Premature atrial contraction risk factors

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Overview

Caffeine, smoking and alcohol are considered potential precipitants of premature atrial contraction.

Risk Factors

• Caffeine
• Smoking
• Alcohol
• Stress
• Exercise
• Sympathomimetic agents