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Atrial flutter (AFL)
A type of tachycardia which causes the atria (upper chambers) to beat faster than the ventricles (lower chambers). The range can be anywhere from 100-450 bpm. Type 1 Atrial Flutter is the most common form of atrial flutter. Originates in the right atrium. Involves a counterclockwise circuit that repeats itself, causing the heart to flutter.
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