Flecainide useful for achieving and maintaining Sinus rhythm among young patients with rheumatic AF
Written By : Aditi
Medically Reviewed By : Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli
Published On 2023-10-15 14:30 GMT | Update On 2023-10-19 12:15 GMT
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Rheumatic heart disease is the common etiology in patients with Atrial fibrillation (AF). These patients have a higher rate of thromboembolic complications. Many patients with rheumatic AF are young. There are long-term adverse effects secondary to Amiodarone, so exploring other rhythm control options for these patients is imperative.
In a recent study published in the Indian Heart Journal, researchers demonstrated the safety and effectiveness of Oral Flecainide in post-mitral valve replacement (MVR) rheumatic AF patients; maintenance of SR was achieved in 76% of initial converters and 64% of the overall population, with better LA strain values.
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