Question

A 55‑year‑old man with AF (unknown duration) needs urgent cardioversion for hemodynamic instability. Which is appropriate regarding anticoagulation?

Accepted Answer

Proceed with emergency cardioversion and start anticoagulation as soon as possible, continuing ≥4 weeks

Answer

Delay cardioversion until 3 weeks of OAC

Answer

Give aspirin only

Answer

No anticoagulation if sinus rhythm restored

Answer

Use low‑dose heparin only 24 hours

Practice question

A 55‑year‑old man with AF (unknown duration) needs urgent cardioversion for hemodynamic instability. Which is appropriate regarding anticoagulation?