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Chronic Atrial Fibrillation Management

NICE NG196 / ESC 2024 — rate vs rhythm control, anticoagulation by CHA₂DS₂-VASc, ablation, lifestyle.

Source: NICE NG196; ESC 2024 AF Guidelines

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Confirm Diagnosis & Type

12-lead ECG / 24h Holter / wearable monitor. Classify: paroxysmal (terminates <7 days, usually <48h), persistent (>7 days), long-standing persistent (>12 months), permanent (accepted, no further rhythm control). Investigate: TFTs, U&E, FBC, BNP, echo (LV function, valve disease, atrial size).

Related

Curated clinical cross-links plus same-class fallbacks.

Decision support only. Always apply local guidelines and clinical judgement.