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Fields of Study > animal and human health > diseases and disorders (animals and humans) > cardiovascular diseases > heart diseases > arrhythmia > atrial fibrillation
Animals, Livestock, One Health > animal and human health > diseases and disorders (animals and humans) > cardiovascular diseases > heart diseases > arrhythmia > atrial fibrillation
Preferred Term:

atrial fibrillation

Definition:
Abnormal cardiac rhythm that is characterized by rapid, uncoordinated firing of electrical impulses in the upper chambers of the heart (heart atria). In such case, blood cannot be effectively pumped into the lower chambers of the heart (heart ventricles). It is caused by abnormal impulse generation.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
arrhythmia
Related Concepts:
Entry Terms:
  • familial atrial fibrillation
  • auricular fibrillation
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/260262
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