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Care for the Rhythm of Life

Heart rhythm disorders come on suddenly — and need to be treated just as quickly. But when you’re struggling to manage a new condition, you can lean on our team at AdventHealth Cardiovascular Institute.

Specializing in caring for heart rhythm disorders, including arrhythmia and atrial fibrillation (AFib), we’ll treat your heart condition using some of the most advanced technology available.

Take comfort in knowing your heart is our number one focus. We’ll be with you at every step on the road to improved heart health.

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Ahead of the Pace With Patient-Centered Care

When you or a family member need cardiac care, you want to know you’re in the hands of highly skilled experts. But even more than that, you hope for compassion that extends beyond leading-edge treatments. You can count on our caring team for all the support you need, whether that’s access to information and resources, a shoulder to lean on or a heartfelt prayer.

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We Can Help You Face AFib With Confidence

According to the American Heart Association, AFib is the single most common abnormal heart rhythm in the United States, affecting an estimated 2.7 million Americans — and it’s the underlying cause in about 15% of all strokes. But this serious condition is treatable, especially when diagnosed early.

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    What Is Atrial Fibrillation?

    AFib usually affects people between the ages of 30 and 60 and happens when the heart’s upper chambers receive abnormal electrical signals. The heart’s entire rhythm suffers, beating too fast and irregularly.

    For adults, a normal resting heart rate ranges from 60 to 100 beats per minute, but during AFib, it could be up to 175 beats per minute.

    And because blood is not being carried through the heart valves correctly, it can collect and form clots in the heart which could travel to the brain, blocking blood flow and causing a stroke.

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    What Causes Atrial Fibrillation?

    For most people, AFib is tied to heart disease or a heart abnormality. But when there’s no underlying heart disease, the root cause can sometimes be unknown.

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    The Three Types of Atrial Fibrillation

    Occasional AFib: Begins suddenly and stops on its own, usually in less than 24 hours, or no more than a week.

    Persistent AFib: Continues for more than a week. It may stop on its own, or it may need treatment.

    Permanent AFib: Normal heart rhythm can’t be restored with treatment.

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    Symptoms of Atrial Fibrillation

    Symptoms of AFib can be different for everyone. Some people have no symptoms and their AFib is only discovered during a routine exam. Others may feel some of the following symptoms:

    • A skipped or racing heartbeat
    • Chest pain
    • Dizziness
    • Fatigue or weakness
    • Shortness of breath
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Innovations That Deliver Complete Care

The sooner you identify a heart rhythm disorder, the better your outcome may be. If you have any of the warning signs of AFib, it’s very important to make an appointment with your doctor to review your medical and family history. They’ll also perform a physical exam and an electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) to test for AFib or another type of arrhythmia. From there, they’ll determine your best course of treatment.

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Access Advanced Technology for Your Heart

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)

For people who have severe aortic stenosis (a narrowing of the heart’s aortic valve) and may not be candidates for open-heart surgery, groundbreaking procedures like TAVR offer a safer alternative.

AdventHealth surgeons and invasive cardiologists were some of the first in Florida to perform this less-invasive option, which is done through a small incision in the leg.

With advanced procedures like TAVR, we’re elevating our heart care and improving clinical outcomes that mean fewer complications, shorter hospital stays and faster recoveries for our patients.

WATCHMAN FLX™

The WATCHMAN FLX is a small device that’s implanted inside the left atrial appendage (small pouch in the top left heart chamber), closing off a part of the heart where blood clots most commonly form.

Implanting the FLX is a minimally invasive, one-time procedure that helps prevent blood clots, lowering your risk for stroke. The procedure is completed within an hour and patients commonly stay in the hospital overnight and leave the next day.

If you’re experiencing an irregular heartbeat and can’t tolerate blood thinners, the FLX could help. To see if this device could be right for you, click below to learn more.

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Micra™ Pacemaker

About the size of a vitamin capsule, Micra is the world’s smallest pacemaker, designed for patients with a slow heart rate. Unlike most pacemakers, Micra is leadless and implanted directly into the heart — all in one minimally invasive procedure with no chest incision needed. Because Micra is self-contained within the heart, it eliminates possible medical complications arising from a chest incision and from the wires with conventional pacemakers. By using Micra, we’re able to help our patients get back to their regular activities without restrictions.

Philips Azurion Image-Guided Therapy

In the operating room, advanced technologies mean smarter, safer and more efficient procedures. The Azurion image-guided therapy platform from Philips is one such next-generation technology we use in cardiovascular procedures.

This system gives our cardiologists superior imagery and surgical precision. It can also put the controls at your bedside, so your doctor doesn't need to step away to review your measurements. With smarter systems like Azurion, our heart experts are better able to treat complex cardiovascular issues to help you heal.

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We Lead With Heart

Our goal is to safeguard your cardiac health and help you live a long, healthy life — in body, mind and spirit. Together, we put our hearts and minds to work providing you with whole-person care that’s backed by expertise, dedication and compassion.

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