New study finds that macrophages and macrophage-produced proteins contribute to heartbeat irregularities. Targeting these cells may therefore represent a promising strategy to treat and prevent AFib.
Current treatments for atrial fibrillation (AFib), a common heart condition characterized by fast and irregular beats that can lead to stroke and heart failure, have multiple side effects and are ineffective for preventing AFib recurrence.
New research led by investigators at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and published in Science reveals that certain immune cells play a major role in the development of AFib. Targeting these cells may therefore represent a promising strategy to treat and prevent AFib.
For the work, senior author Matthias Nahrendorf, MD, PhD, an investigator...
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