Atrial Fibrillation
Gregory F. Michaud, William G. Stevenson
Abstract
Management of atrial fibrillation includes therapy for treatable risk factors, anticoagulation based on estimated stroke risk, rate control, and in appropriate circumstances, catheter ablation or antiarrhythmic drugs to maintain sinus rhythm.
Topics & Concepts
Atrial fibrillationMedicineCardiologySinus rhythmInternal medicineStroke (engine)Catheter ablationMechanical engineeringEngineeringAtrial Fibrillation Management and OutcomesCardiac Arrhythmias and TreatmentsCardiovascular Syncope and Autonomic Disorders