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Cardiovascular system conditions

Atrial flutter with variable block ( between 5 and 4 to 1 ) Cardiovascular system

Atrial flutter

Non-infectious · Acute or chronic

A heart rhythm disorder in which the upper chambers beat very fast in a regular circuit, often causing a fast heartbeat.

5 min read
Cardiovascular system

Beriberi

Non-infectious · Acute or chronic

A condition caused by severe lack of vitamin B1 (thiamine), affecting the heart, nerves or brain.

5 min read
Pitting edema during and after the application of pressure to the skin Cardiovascular system

Peripheral oedema

Non-infectious · Acute or chronic

Swelling of the legs and ankles.

1 min read