Surgically Treating Atrial Fibrillation: Undiagnosed and Undertreated
This content delves into the challenges faced in diagnosing and treating atrial fibrillation (AFib) during cardiac surgery. It highlights the low percentage of AFib patients receiving appropriate surgical interventions, emphasizing the importance of early identification and treatment. Learn from experts like Dr. Stephen Billing about improving patient outcomes through effective AFib management strategies.
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Why Treat: Chapter 4 English
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Twitter 1: video Dr. Billing Afib is Surgically Underdiagnosed and Undertreated. Mr. Stephen Billing discusses his concern over patients with Afib often going untreated during cardiac surgery. Learn more about what can be done to improve the uptake of concomitant Afib surgical treatment and give patients a better quality of life. PM-EU-2244A-0724-G Link: https://actagainstafib.com/data_facts/undertreated-and-underdiagnosed/ [ 3 ]
Twitter 2: UK gif Afib is Surgically Underdiagnosed and Undertreated. In the UK, only 15-16% of Afib patients undergoing cardiothoracic surgery receive concomitant surgical ablation to restore normal sinus rhythm. Explore how treating Afib during cardiac surgery can help restore quality of life. Link: https://actagainstafib.com/data_facts/undertreated-and-underdiagnosed/ [ 4 ]
Twitter 3: gif Afib is Surgically Underdiagnosed and Undertreated. Afib patients referred for cardiothoracic surgery are not always screened for Afib. Their previous diagnosis is often unknown during referral, resulting in notable undertreatment. Learn more about why it is critical to identify patients with Afib. Link: https://actagainstafib.com/data_facts/undertreated-and-underdiagnosed/ [ 5 ]
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LinkedIn 1: video Dr. Billing Afib is Surgically Underdiagnosed and Undertreated. Mr. Stephen Billing, cardiothoracic surgeon at Wolverhampton New Cross Hospital, discusses his concern over patients with AF often going untreated during cardiac surgery. Learn more about what can be done to improve the uptake of concomitant AF surgical treatment and give patients a better quality of life. PM-EU-2244A-0724-G Link: https://actagainstafib.com/data_facts/undertreated-and-underdiagnosed/ Video [ 7 ]
LinkedIn 2: UK gif Afib is Surgically Underdiagnosed and Undertreated. In the UK, only 15-16% of AF patients undergoing cardiothoracic surgery receive concomitant surgical ablation to restore normal sinus rhythm. When referring patients for cardiac surgery, including the AF diagnosis and indication for concomitant treatment is an excellent opportunity to improve their outcome with very low risk. Check out the data and available resources. Link: https://actagainstafib.com/data_facts/undertreated-and-underdiagnosed/ [ 8 ]
LinkedIn 3: gif Afib is Surgically Underdiagnosed and Undertreated. AF patients referred for cardiothoracic surgery are not always screened for AF. Their previous AF diagnosis is often unknown during referral, resulting in notable undertreatment. Learn more about why it is critical to identify patients with AF when they are referred for cardiac surgery. Link: https://actagainstafib.com/data_facts/undertreated-and-underdiagnosed/ [ 9 ]
