Orlando R Suero

Feb 29, 2024 | digitalcommons.library.tmc.edu | Orlando R Suero |Ahmed Ali |Lauren Barron |Matthew W. Segar

KeywordsPostoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF), cardiac surgery, cardiac arrhythmia prevention, rate control, rhythm controlAbstractPostoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) after cardiac surgery is associated with elevated morbidity and mortality. Although current prediction models have limited efficacy, several perioperative interventions can reduce patients' risk of POAF. These begin with preoperative medications, including beta-blockers and amiodarone.