Early rhythm control vs. rate control in atrial fibrillation: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

It has long been debated whether rhythm control vs. rate control strategies have differing effects on mortality and morbidity for atrial fibrillation (AF). Recently, several randomized controlled studies (RCTs) and observational trials described that an early rhythm management method was linked to a lower likelihood of negative clinical outcomes in individuals with AF. We wanted to see if an early rhythm management method may help patients with AF.

Methods

We performed a systematic search to retrieve studies assessing the outcomes of early rhythm control vs. rate control in AF by using PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, and Embase published between 01/01/2000 and 15/04/2022.

Results

Finally, two RCTs, one retrospective analysis of RCTs, and four obser

SUBMITTER: Han S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9939510 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature