Mater Private, Cork: Treating matters of the heart

Atrial fibrillation is a relatively common condition where the upper chambers of the heart have an irregular, often rapid rhythm which can, if left untreated, lead to stroke or heart failure.

Atrial fibrillation is more common in men than women and rates in the population increases with age. Overall, the lifetime risk of atrial fibrillation has been estimated to be one in five of the population.

Are you that one in five? Have you concerns about an irregular heartbeat?