Welcome to the Patient Information Section of the Heart Rhythm Society’s website! If you or someone you know is at risk for a heart rhythm disorder or has just been diagnosed — chances are you have a number of questions.

The Patient Information section is intended to provide accurate and clear information about cardiac arrhythmia (often referred to as heart rhythm) disorders. Although generalized and not intended to cover all aspects of any medical condition, a wide variety of information is available to you. Get started with the "quick links" above or the topic areas below to begin learning more. Detailed information on how to use this section of the website.

		The Normal Heart section offers education information and descriptions of how a "normal" heart works, with an emphasis on the heart's electrical system. This section includes animations that detail common heart problems in addition to reviewing normal heart function. Learn more »
		The Heart Rhythm Disorders section contains information acquired and inherited rhythm disorders such as atrial fibrillation, sudden cardiac arrest and Long QT Syndrome. Information is organized in three major categories: electrical diseases and disorders as well as those that are circulatory and structural. Learn more »
		The Symptoms and Diagnosis section describes the symptoms of multiple types of heart rhythm disorders and conditions and the diagnostic heart tests available to patients suffering from various heart rhythm ailments. Learn more »
		The Treatments section provides information on various treatment options for patients that fall into several main categories from the least to most invasive. Descriptions and information include that for pacemakers, ICDs and medications. Learn more »
		The Risk Factors and Prevention section details various factors that contribute to and trigger deadly arrhythmias. Since the underlying cause of an arrhythmia is not always clear, the best course of action is to prevent and treat heart problems such as high blood pressure and atherosclerosis. Learn more »

Please note: As mentioned, this website is not intended to cover all aspects of any medical condition. It is generalized and is not intended as specific medical advice. Those with questions or who need more information should check with their physician or use the Society’s Find a Specialist tool, which is a publicly searchable directory of the Society’s physician members (e.g., Cardiologists, Electrophysiologists, Interventionalists, etc.) who have requested to have their contact and practice information listed for patient and physician referral purposes.