Question

A 63-year-old with nonvalvular AF, heart failure, and diabetes (CHA₂DS₂-VASc 4) asks whether rhythm control matters early. What do guidelines emphasize?

Accepted Answer

Early rhythm control is reasonable in appropriate patients

Answer

Rate control only for all patients

Answer

Antiarrhythmic drugs are contraindicated in heart failure

Answer

Ablation should precede any medical therapy

Answer

Anticoagulation can be stopped if sinus rhythm is restored

Practice question

A 63-year-old with nonvalvular AF, heart failure, and diabetes (CHA₂DS₂-VASc 4) asks whether rhythm control matters early. What do guidelines emphasize?