Why the study?
Does persistent idiopathic atrial fibrillation impair myocardial perfusion and increase coronary vascular resistance compared to matched controls?
Does persistent idiopathic atrial fibrillation impair myocardial perfusion and increase coronary vascular resistance compared to matched controls?
Persistent idiopathic atrial fibrillation is associated with impaired myocardial perfusion and increased coronary vascular resistance, which are only partially reversible after electrical cardioversion.
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Supports AF-perfusion link as hypothesis-generating; leaves open outcome impact and management implications.
Range et al. (2007) studied this question.
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