Key result
This review summarizes recent approaches to the pathophysiology, prophylaxis, and acute management of postthoracotomy atrial fibrillation, including rate versus rhythm control strategies.
Population
Elderly patients undergoing cardiac or noncardiac operations at risk for or developing postthoracotomy…
Design
Review
Authors
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May guide prophylaxis and acute management of postthoracotomy AF; leaves open optimal rate-rhythm strategies pending RCTs.
This review summarizes current understanding, risk factors, prophylaxis, and management strategies for postthoracotomy atrial fibrillation.
David Amar (2007) conducted a review in Postthoracotomy atrial fibrillation. Prophylaxis and management strategies was evaluated. This review summarizes recent approaches to the pathophysiology, prophylaxis, and acute management of postthoracotomy atrial fibrillation, including rate versus rhythm control strategies.
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