This condition is often related to structural abnormalities of the heart or underlying heart disease. Additional risk factors for atrial fibrillation include high blood pressure (hypertension), diabetes mellitus, a previous stroke, or an accumulation of fatty deposits and scar-like tissue in the lining of the arteries (atherosclerosis).
Atrial fibrillation is often associated with structural heart defects or underlying cardiovascular conditions. Furthermore, additional risk factors include hypertension, diabetes, a history of stroke, and the buildup of plaque and scarring in artery walls.