Question

A 50-year-old with new-onset AF undergoes elective cardioversion after 3 weeks of therapeutic anticoagulation. CHA₂DS₂‑VASc is 2. Post-cardioversion anticoagulation duration?

Accepted Answer

Continue for at least 4 weeks and then reassess ongoing need

Answer

Stop immediately after cardioversion

Answer

Anticoagulate for 1 week only

Answer

No anticoagulation if sinus rhythm achieved

Answer

Antiplatelet therapy only

Practice question

A 50-year-old with new-onset AF undergoes elective cardioversion after 3 weeks of therapeutic anticoagulation. CHA₂DS₂‑VASc is 2. Post-cardioversion anticoagulation duration?