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Effectiveness Of Amiodarone, Propafenone And Synchronized Electrical Cardioversion For Conversion Of Atrial Fibrillation Paroxysm To Sinus Rhythm In Rigas Stradins University Hospital Department Of Emergency Medicine., Mihails Tracevskis
Digital Journal of Clinical Medicine
Abstract
Introduction: Atrial fibrillation remains a pervasive global health concern, contributing significantly to the incidence of stroke, heart failure, sudden death, and overall cardiovascular morbidity.
Materials and methods: The present study undertook a retrospective analysis involving a meticulous examination of 127 patients, representing a diverse cohort of individuals encompassing 73 men (with a median age of 62 and a range of 37-75) and 54 women (with a median age of 60 and a range of 42-78) duration of atrial fibrillation 48 hours or less.
Results: The results highlighted amiodarone's remarkable efficiency, as it successfully converted 81.2% of cases (56 …