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This section covers the clinical presentation, classification and origin of AF, and its management
Classification | Clinical presentation |
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First diagnosed AF |
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Paroxysmal |
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Persistent |
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Long-standing persistent |
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Permanent |
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Origin of AF | Definition according to guidelines |
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NVAF | AF in the absence of rheumatic mitral stenosis, a mechanical or bioprosthetic heart valve, or mitral valve repair1 |
VAF | AF related to rheumatic valvular disease (predominantly mitral stenosis) or mechanical heart valves2 |
Diagnosing atrial fibrillation from ECGs
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is most commonly diagnosed on the basis of an irregular electrocardiogram (ECG). Here, we review some of the key hallmarks of AF using example patient ECGs (provided by Dr Joe Martins and Dr Ron Pisters)
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Because AF is frequently intermittent and can be asymptomatic or associated with non-specific symptoms, detection and diagnosis can be difficult.
Investigations for the clinical evaluation of AF include4