Antiarrhythmic preferences and outcomes post DC cardioversion for atrial fibrillation, an Australian rural perspective.
Martin ThomasJames ElhindiKanishka KamaladasaTilak SirisenaPublished in: The Australian journal of rural health (2024)
The study demonstrates equal efficacies of amiodarone, sotalol and no AAD in maintaining SR 12 months post-DCCV. Prescribing practices post-DCCV at Dubbo Base Hospital differ from observed national trends and guidelines. AAD prescription requires a multifaceted approach with a key consideration to prioritise safety over efficacy, being mindful of challenges in delivering optimal healthcare in a rural setting.
Keyphrases
- healthcare
- atrial fibrillation
- primary care
- south africa
- catheter ablation
- heart failure
- left atrial
- type diabetes
- quality improvement
- immune response
- adverse drug
- dendritic cells
- oral anticoagulants
- metabolic syndrome
- direct oral anticoagulants
- insulin resistance
- decision making
- left ventricular
- acute care
- glycemic control