Research Plan Report ANATOMY

What is the disease? Discuss arrhythmias as conditions where the heart beats too fast, too slow, or
irregularly.
What system will be affected? The cardiovascular system. Specify arrhythmias can be chronic or acute
depending on the type.
What causes the disease? Causes include coronary artery disease, electrolyte imbalances, heart failure,
and others.
Who is more likely to develop the disease? Risk factors include age, heart disease history, high blood
pressure, smoking, and heavy alcohol use.
What are the symptoms? Symptoms may include palpitations, dizziness, fainting, shortness of breath, and
chest pain.
How it can be diagnosed? Diagnosis methods include EKG/ECG, Holter monitoring, stress tests, and
electrophysiological testing.
What samples or procedure it needs? Blood tests for electrolytes, thyroid function tests, and imaging tests
like echocardiograms.
How it can be treated? Treatments include medication, lifestyle changes, pacemakers, cardioversion, and
ablation therapy.