Causes-
The exact cause of Ventricular fibrillation (VF) isn't always known. Factors that may increase the risk of this disease are- A problem in the electrical impulses travelling through the heart after a first heart attack Problems resulting from a scar in the heart's muscle tissue from a previous heart attack A previous episode of ventricular fibrillation A previous heart attack Congenital heart defect Heart muscle disease (cardiomyopathy) Injuries that cause damage to the heart muscle, such as electrocution Use of illegal drugs, such as cocaine or methamphetamine Significant electrolyte abnormalities, such as with potassium or magnesium