A 58-year-old with AF is scheduled for cardioversion; AF duration unknown. What is recommended regarding anticoagulation?...

Question

A 58-year-old with AF is scheduled for cardioversion; AF duration unknown. What is recommended regarding anticoagulation?

Accepted Answer

Therapeutic anticoagulation for ≥3 weeks before cardioversion or TEE-guided strategy

Answer

No anticoagulation needed if cardioversion successful

Answer

Aspirin only

Answer

Heparin bolus immediately before cardioversion is sufficient

Answer

Anticoagulation only after cardioversion

us-abim MCQ (SBA): Atrial Fibrillation (Cardioversion)