John Warner Diagnosed with "Common Heart Rhythm Problem"

By: Lowell
Published On: 10/2/2007 9:40:20 PM

According to WJLA TV, John Warner was hospitalized briefly today for "atrial fibrillation," and a "routine procedure is scheduled for Wednesday."  According to the Mayo Clinic:

Atrial fibrillation is a common heart rhythm problem. More than 2 million Americans have atrial fibrillation, which can cause palpitations, shortness of breath, fatigue and stroke.

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Although atrial fibrillation usually isn't life-threatening, it can lead to complications. Treatments for atrial fibrillation may include medications and other interventions to try to alter the heart's electrical system.

Atrial fibrillation is not a heart attack; in fact, Senator Warner returned to work after going to the hospital this morning.

[UPDATE: The latest news is that "John Warner was treated Wednesday for an irregular heartbeat but planned to return to work in the Senate next week."]


Comments



Still in hospital (Alicia - 10/3/2007 12:23:12 PM)
I'm glad to hear he will be OK - but read he's in the hospital till the weekend and will hopefully be back at work next week...