Atrial Fibrillation Explained: Understanding The Next Cardiac Epidemic

by Warrick Bishop, Warrick Bishop, Penelope Edman

It is very likely that you or someone you love is one of the 30 million people worldwide who have the 'irregularly irregular' heartbeat of atrial fibrillation.Or, it is possible that you may be among the people who do not realise they have this highly unpredictable condition, the impact of which can range from inconvenience to blackout, heart failure or stroke.An ageing population and our Western lifestyle are ensuring that the prevalence of atrial fibrillation, often referred to by its initials, AF, is increasing at such a rate that it is predicted to be the next cardiac epidemic.Despite it being so widespread, AF does not allow a one-treatment-for-all approach. While it can be managed, currently AF cannot be cured.Atrial Fibrillation Explained is a must-read for sufferers and those who care about them, medical practitioners and anyone planning to live into a healthy, old age.Having a better understanding of AF as a disease and learning about its treatment will open up meaningful conversations between patients and their medical practitioners, leading to greater insight into the best way to look after the condition in personal sets of circumstances.This book is a must-read for you.

Genres: Nonfiction

178 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 2, 2019

Reviews

[James · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book answers many of the questions you might have regarding AFIB in a straight forward "not too technical) jargon. I will use this book as a reference guide to refer back to as necessary. It helped with discussions with my doctors where I was able to speak with clarity about what I was experiencing.

[R. L. Heisler · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book for AF patients

I recommend this book to anyone who has AF. It helped me in understanding the medical conditions and various treatments.

[John · Rating 5 out of 5]

Helpful explanation of afib and the treatments available.