AFib
Americanabbreviation
Etymology
Origin of AFib
First recorded in 1985–90
Example Sentences
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Ahlsten: About 10 million patients in the U.S. have AFib, and eight million are at higher risk of a stroke.
From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026
It is a device that reduces stroke risk for AFib patients by sealing the left atrial appendage, which is where stroke risk starts.
From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026
So far, it is used in only 40% of AFib procedures, but we think it will reach 50%, on its way to 80% as more doctors are trained.
From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026
The analysis found the AFib risk was high with the consumption of more than 2 liters of artificially sweetened drinks per week regardless of genetic susceptibility.
From Science Daily • Mar. 5, 2024
Researchers also evaluated whether a genetic susceptibility to AFib was a factor in the association with sweetened beverages.
From Science Daily • Mar. 5, 2024
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