A Case of Chronic Undiagnosed 2:1 Isolated Atrial Flutter in a Patient With an Autoimmune Disease

Atrial flutter (AFL) is typically associated with structural heart diseases or metabolic abnormalities. However, isolated symptomatic AFL, which occurs without abnormal heart anatomy, remains a rare occurrence and is underrepresented in the literature. This case report highlights the significance of...

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Published in:Cureus 2023, Vol.15 (11), p.e48240-e48240
Main Authors: Clarke, Tegan, Leung, Eric, Fleg, Anthony
Format: Report
Language:English
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Summary:Atrial flutter (AFL) is typically associated with structural heart diseases or metabolic abnormalities. However, isolated symptomatic AFL, which occurs without abnormal heart anatomy, remains a rare occurrence and is underrepresented in the literature. This case report highlights the significance of recognizing and investigating symptoms suggestive of arrhythmias, especially in patients with autoimmune conditions.
ISSN:2168-8184
2168-8184
DOI:10.7759/cureus.48240