*Anticoagulation should normally be continued for 4 weeks after a cardioversion attempt except when AF is recent onset and no risk factors are present.
Read moreIs safe to discontinue anticoagulation after successful ablation of atrial flutter?
Conclusions. The present study suggests that it may be safe to discontinue OAC in patients after successful AF ablation . Additionally, an increased risk of major bleeding was observed in on-OAC patients.
Read moreDoes atrial flutter require anticoagulation?
Most patients with atrial flutter should be considered for chronic anticoagulation in a manner similar to those with atrial fibrillation (AF). This recommendation is based not only on the fact atrial flutter carries a risk for systemic embolization but also that these patients usually have episodes of AF.
Read moreDoes patients with atrial flutter need anticoagulation?
Most patients with atrial flutter should be considered for chronic anticoagulation in a manner similar to those with atrial fibrillation (AF). This recommendation is based not only on the fact atrial flutter carries a risk for systemic embolization but also that these patients usually have episodes of AF.
Read moreHow do you treat atrial flutter ACLS?
When atrial flutter produces hemodynamic instability and serious signs and symptoms, it is treated using ACLS protocol. For the patient with unstable tachycardia due to this tachyarrhythmia (atrial flutter), immediate cardioversion is recommended . Drugs are not used to manage unstable tachycardia.
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