Confirm what is happening
An ECG may document atrial fibrillation. When episodes come and go, longer rhythm monitoring can help capture the pattern.
Atrial fibrillation treatment Shanghai
Atrial fibrillation treatment starts with the rhythm and the risk.
Atrial fibrillation is an irregular heart rhythm. The right treatment plan depends on the rhythm pattern, your symptoms, stroke risk, other health conditions and the findings from your assessment.
Clinically reviewed by Dr. Kathy Shi
01ECG-confirmed rhythm
02Individual stroke-risk review
03Treatment and follow-up plan
When to seek an assessment
Signs worth discussing.
Symptoms can vary from person to person. A cardiologist can help determine whether they relate to atrial fibrillation treatment in shanghai or another cause.
- A known atrial fibrillation diagnosis that needs review
- A new irregular rhythm alert from a wearable device
- Episodes of fluttering, racing or irregular heartbeat
- Questions about blood-thinning or rhythm medicines
- Symptoms that change despite current treatment
Your assessment
Evidence first. Then a plan.
Testing is selected around your symptoms and clinical history. Not every patient needs every investigation.
Review the wider picture
Symptoms, blood pressure, sleep, heart structure, medicines and other health conditions can influence treatment decisions.
Discuss benefit and trade-offs
The cardiologist can explain options such as rate control, rhythm control, stroke prevention and procedural assessment when relevant.
Specialist care
Care that stays connected.
Your consultation, testing and follow-up can be coordinated through one clinical pathway.
Stroke prevention discussion
A clinician reviews individual stroke and bleeding considerations before recommending an approach to anticoagulation.
Rate or rhythm strategy
Medication and rhythm-focused options are discussed according to your symptoms, episode pattern and clinical assessment.
Follow-up that adapts
Ongoing review can track symptoms, rhythm recurrence, treatment tolerance and changes in risk.
Cardiology specialists
Meet the team behind your care.
Patient services can help identify the most appropriate cardiologist for your symptoms and records.
Electrophysiology and arrhythmia
Dr. Feifan Ouyang
Visiting cardiologist · Electrophysiologist · Arrhythmia expert
Cardiovascular medicine
Dr. Jielin Pu
Chief Physician · Second-level Professor · Doctoral Supervisor
Cardiology and heart failure
Dr. Kathy Shi
Chief of Cardiology Department, SinoUnited HealthNot sure which specialist to choose?
Let us guide youCommon questions
About Atrial fibrillation treatment in Shanghai.
Is there one best treatment for atrial fibrillation?
No. The appropriate approach depends on your symptoms, heart rhythm pattern, stroke risk, other health conditions and preferences.
Will I need a procedure?
Not every patient needs a procedure. A cardiologist can explain whether specialist rhythm treatment may be appropriate after reviewing your case.
Can I bring results from another hospital?
Yes. Bring ECGs, monitoring reports, imaging, blood tests, discharge summaries and your current medication list.
Appointments in Shanghai
Start with a short conversation.
Tell patient services what is happening. The team will help coordinate the right next step.