I would suggest that it is worth one trial of cardioversion off rhythm-control medication. If atrial fibrillation returns I would opt for rate control unless the patient is so symptomatic that a ...

Reflecting the epidemiology of atrial fibrillation in the real world ... control was associated with a higher risk of death than rate control. This review examines developments leading to and ...

7 Rate control in combination with anticoagulation ... and HF in patients with decompensated HF or permanent atrial fibrillation and other contraindications. Dronedarone must not be used in ...

When it comes to heart health, the prevalence of a condition shouldn’t be much of a comfort for those dealing with symptoms. While it’s always good to ...

Electrophysiologic management includes two approaches: a “rate control” strategy and a “rhythm control” strategy. In 2002, the Atrial Fibrillation Follow-up Investigation of Rhythm ...

Medically reviewed by Jeffrey S. Lander, MD There are two general approaches to treating atrial fibrillation: Attempt to get rid of the atrial fibrillation altogether and restore and maintain normal ...

Fresh research details a method than can detect congestive heart failure (CHF) using smartwatch ECG data with an impressive 90% accuracy in patients.

"Specific antiarrhythmic medications continue to be used as additional therapy for AFib and to control the heart rate," Engelstein says. But some people with AFib may be unable to take blood ...

Volta Medical put forward new data showing its artificial-intelligence-guided ablation procedures were able to improve ...

In February 2024, Corewell Health introduced pulsed field ablation, a treatment procedure significantly safer than previous AFib treatments, at several of its Michigan hospitals. PFA applies a ...

If left untreated, Afib can lead to stroke, heart failure and premature cardiac death. But fortunately, Afib is treatable and, in some cases, preventable.