Up to 6 million Americans have an irregular heartbeat, or cardiac arrhythmia. And that number is growing.
Symptoms may include irregular heartbeats, dizziness or shortness of breath. But in the early stages of this heart condition, individuals may not detect any signs, which often show up differently for men and women.
In fact, women are more likely to experience negative results when it comes to cardiac arrhythmia than men, according to Kathryn Lindley, MD, director of the Women’s Heart Center at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
“They’re more likely to have strokes related to AFib, and they’re more likely to be symptomatic from their Afib," she said. AFib also becomes more common as women age.
Learn about Dr. Lindley’s recommendations for improving women’s heart health through the ages in this new guide from Vanderbilt Health.
Everything needed for cardiac arrhythmia care
MyHeartHealth combines Vanderbilt’s world-class medical care with everything needed for patients recently diagnosed with certain types of cardiac arrhythmias, including atrial fibrillation (AFib or AF), atrial flutter (Aflutter) and supraventricular tachycardia (SVT). Depending on whether a patient's diagnosis and health conditions are suitable for one of two electrophysiology (EP) procedures—catheter ablation or left atrial appendage closure—the bundle’s services will include the first visit, the procedure and follow-up appointments with the care team.
MyHeartHealth's approach proactively addresses arrhythmias to avoid adverse and costly health care episodes. Employers can learn more about the program at this site.
