AFL has various meanings in the NAACCR category. Discover the full forms, definitions, and usage contexts of AFL in NAACCR.
Atrial flutter (AFL) is a common abnormal heart rhythm that starts in the atrial chambers of the heart. When it first occurs, it is usually associated with a fast heart rate, and is classified as a type of supra-ventricular tachycardia. Although this abnormal heart rhythm typically occurs in individuals with cardiovascular disease and diabetes mellitus, it may occur spontaneously in people with otherwise normal hearts.
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