Published today - Advanced Access European Heart Journal
Classification of Atrial Fibrillation Paroxysmal (usually <48 h)
Time Course and Management of AF
Important Elements of the History
Symptom Scores
Diagnosis / Follow-up Class I Recommendations
Principles of Management
CHA 2 DS 2 -VASc
CHA 2 DS 2 -VASc Thromboembolic Risk Score
Selected OAC Recommendations
Bleeding Risk – HAS-BLED Score
Rate and Rhythm Control
Optimal Rate Control
Optimal Rate Control
Choice of Rate Control Medication
Antiarrhythmic Medication for Rhythm Control
Antiarrhythmic Medication for Rhythm Control
Antiarrhythmic Medication for Rhythm Control
Choice of AAD - Underlying Pathology
Catheter Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation
Indication for LA Catheter Ablation
Ablation when SHD is Present
“Upstream” Therapy Primary Prevention ACE inhibitors, Angiotensin receptor blockers, Aldosterone antagonists Statins, PUFAs Agents Considered:
“Upstream” Therapy – Secondary Prevention
Atrial Fibrillation in Athletes
European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA); Endorsed by the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS)