Abstract

CARDENAS, Manuel. Atrial fibrillation. Arch. Cardiol. Méx. [online]. 2007, vol.77, suppl.2, pp.9-13. ISSN 1665-1731.

Atrial fibrillation is an arrhythmia characterized by no-coordinated atrial contraction that results in an inefficient atrial systole. The clinical classification of atrial fibrillation includes: ocassional, paroxysmal, persistent, and permanent. Multiple mechanisms have been described and accounts for a single ECG manifestation. Treatment should be individualized and has to considered several aspects including age, associated heart disease, and symptoms. Treatment strategies are: rhythm control, rate control, and thromboprophylaxis.

Keywords : Atrial fibrillation; Cardioversion; Antiarrhythmic.

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