- Document type
- Clinical pathways
- Place
- South and West Hertfordshire
- Output type
- Clinical Pathways
- Pathway
- Arrhythmia Cardiology Care | SWH
Arrhythmia
Patient has irregular pulse ?atrial fibrillation (Opportunistic detection or presentation with symptoms)
Confirmed Atrial Fibrillation on 12 lead ECG (or Holter)? Consider early cardioversion. Discuss with cardiology or general medical on-call.
Assess appropriateness for
anticoagulation.
CHA₂DS₂-VASc Score for Atrial Fibrillation Stroke Risk.
Exclude/treat underlying causes/triggers
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Exclude/treat underlying causes/triggers
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