Cardiac arrhythmias - atrial fibrillation
Description
- Supraventricular tachyarrhythmia - irregularly irregular, no organised P waves
| Pattern | Duration |
|---|---|
| Paroxysmal | <7 d, self-terminating |
| Persistent | >7 d |
| Long-standing persistent | >1 yr |
| Permanent | Rhythm control abandoned |
- Pattern sets management intent, not stroke risk - risk is identical across patterns
- "Valvular AF" = moderate-severe MS or mechanical valve only
- The only group in which DOACs are contraindicated
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