Heart Rhythm Society has created this Patient Information section to provide accurate, clear and understandable information about cardiac arrhythmia disorders, aiming to further understanding of heart rhythm disorders.
The Normal Heart
The Normal Heart offers valuable information regarding the heart's electrical system, and links to animations detailing intricate functions of the human heart. Learn more »
Heart Rhythm Disorders
Heart Rhythm Disorders contains information on Atrial Fibrillation (AF), Heart Block, Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA), as well as inherited disorders such as the Long QT Syndrome. Learn more »
Symptoms & Diagnosis
The Symptoms and Diagnosis section describes the symptoms of various heart rhythm conditions and heart tests available to patients who are suffering from various heart rhythm ailments. Learn more »
Treatments
This section provides information on various treatment options for patients with heart rhythm disorders including pacemakers, ICDs, and medications. Learn more »
Risk Factors & Prevention
Risk Factors and Prevention details various factors that contribute to, and trigger deadly arrhythmias. Learn more »