Why the study?
Does direct current conversion of atrial fibrillation affect heart rate, cardiac output, and stroke volume?
Population
Patients with atrial fibrillation
Comparison
Direct current conversion (cardioversion) vs Baseline (before conversion)
Design
Case_series
Follow-up
3 days
Authors
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Acute hemodynamic effects of DC cardioversion in AF need prospective validation; leaves open impact on routine monitoring or outcomes.
Does direct current conversion of atrial fibrillation affect heart rate, cardiac output, and stroke volume?
This study evaluates the acute and short-term hemodynamic changes following direct current cardioversion for atrial fibrillation.
Scott et al. (1969) studied this question.
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