Cardioversion of atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter revisited: current evidence and practical guidance for a common procedure
Axel Brandes, Harry J.G.M. Crijns, Michiel Rienstra, Paulus Kirchhof, Erik Lerkevang Grove, K. B. Pedersen, Isabelle C. Van Gelder
Abstract
Cardioversion is widely used in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) and atrial flutter when a rhythm control strategy is pursued. We sought to summarize the current evidence on this important area of clinical management of patients with AF including electrical and pharmacological cardioversion, peri-procedural anticoagulation and thromboembolic complications, success rate, and risk factors for recurrence to give practical guidance.
Topics & Concepts
CardioversionAtrial fibrillationMedicineAtrial flutterCardiologyElectrical cardioversionInternal medicineFlutterVentricular rateSinus rhythmEngineeringAerospace engineeringAerodynamicsAtrial Fibrillation Management and OutcomesCardiac Arrhythmias and TreatmentsCardiac electrophysiology and arrhythmias