Atrial fibrillation management

Atrial fibrillation prevalence influenced by:

AF definition and consequences:

Two important management issues in AF:

Aims of treatment of AF:

Stepwise approach to AF:

Confirm the diagnosis:

ECG use in AF:

Other tests:
Blood test:
Echocardiography:
Chest X-ray:
Holter monitoring:

Consider if urgent referral required:

Referral or discussion with cardiologist:

Determine type of AF:

Choice between rate or rhythm control is guided by:

Rate control for:

Rhythm control (restore and maintain sinus rhythm) (refer to cardiologist):

Assess thromboembolic risk and stroke risk to determine appropriate antithrombotic treatment: