Introduction of nurse led DC cardioversion service in day surgery unit: prospective audit

AUTOR(ES)

Currie, M P

FONTE

BMJ Publishing Group Ltd.

RESUMO

Problem Atrial fibrillation is the most common persistent arrhythmia in adults and carries an increased risk of thromboembolism and stroke. Electrical (DC) cardioversion is an effective treatment, but logistical difficulties in many institutions lead to problems providing a prompt service. This reduces the rate of long term success, delays relief of symptoms, and increases the burden on anticoagulation clinics.

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