Management of atrial fibrillation.
review · Level V
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Abstract
Atrial fibrillation is a very common clinical problem with a high prevalence that is expected to rise over time because of increasing risk factors (eg, age, obesity, hypertension). This high prevalence is also associated with high cost, because atrial fibrillation represents about 1% of overall health care spending. The management of atrial fibrillation involves multiple facets: (1) management of underlying disease if present and the management of atrial fibrillation risk factors, (2) prevention of thromboembolism, (3) control of the ventricular rate during atrial fibrillation, and (4) restoration and maintenance of normal sinus rhythm.
Medical subject headings
- Anti-Arrhythmia Agents
- Anticoagulants
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Catheter Ablation
- Thromboembolism