Question

A 50-year-old woman with new AF (duration 24 hours) and CHA₂DS₂‑VASc 2 undergoes urgent cardioversion. What post-procedural anticoagulation is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Continue anticoagulation for at least 4 weeks

Answer

Stop anticoagulation immediately if sinus rhythm restored

Answer

Aspirin only is sufficient

Answer

Anticoagulation only if TEE showed thrombus

Answer

No therapy needed

Practice question

A 50-year-old woman with new AF (duration 24 hours) and CHA₂DS₂‑VASc 2 undergoes urgent cardioversion. What post-procedural anticoagulation is recommended?