My Patient Has Atrial Fibrillation – What Now? (COMPASS Webinars Episode 2 Live)-My Patient Has Atrial Fibrillation

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This webinar explored the acute management, diagnosis, and stroke prevention in patients with atrial fibrillation (AFib). The first speaker highlighted the risk factors and screening methods for AFib, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis and management. The second speaker discussed the acute treatment options, considering factors such as patient history and hemodynamic stability. They stressed the importance of stroke prevention and assessing both stroke and bleeding risks when deciding on anticoagulation therapy. The third speaker focused on the diagnostics of AFib, highlighting the use of ECG and wearable devices for early and accurate diagnosis. They also emphasized the need for effective stroke prevention strategies in AFib patients. Overall, the webinar provided valuable insights into the management, diagnosis, and stroke prevention in AFib patients.<br /><br />In addition, wearable AFib and its implications were discussed, highlighting the importance of early detection using devices such as Apple Watch and Fitbit. The concept of AFib burden, which affects patient outcomes, was discussed, as well as the use of imaging tools to assess atrial substrate and predict stroke risk. The use of NOACs for stroke prevention and the potential use of left atrial occlusion devices as alternatives to blood thinners were also mentioned. The speakers stressed the importance of a collaborative and integrated care approach, involving primary care physicians and nurse practitioners, to assess and modify risk factors and provide appropriate interventions like ablation therapy.

Keywords

acute management

diagnosis

stroke prevention

atrial fibrillation

AFib

risk factors

screening methods

early diagnosis

management

acute treatment options

patient history