aitrial fibrilation

[higgy52]

hi had cardiovertion 2 days ago, over the moon after it was done.

one hour later fliped back in to afib, very disapointed,

does any one think its worth trying again.

Dave

[Hidden]

Hi higgy52,sorry about the a/f

When I first experienced a/f I was put on a digoxin drip for 3 days and then I resumed normal, sinus rhythm again. Some while later it occurred again and I asked the same question but was advised that reversion back to a/f after medication or cardioversion was common in more than 50% of cases. I don't think you have much to lose by trying again but don't hold up too high expectations of it being permanent. If you are stuck with a/f however make sure that you get on good anticoagulation medication to minimise the risk of an eventual stroke. All the best and do let us know how you get on.

[higgy52 in reply to Hidden]

Thanks for your help PBirt, People i know have had cardiovertions and not worked for long.

Some one i know had afib, and had cathator ablation 15 years ago and heart is beating normal

to this day, might b to exspensive for nhs to do co we get the cheap cardiovertion.

[RonP1]

I had pulmonary vein ablation eight years ago - no AF since! RonP1