Scientific and practical peer-reviewed journal for cardiologists and general practice physicians. Issued since 2005
ISSN 1819-6446 (Print) ISSN 2225-3653 (Online)
B. A.Tatarskii
Cardiologic Research Institute named after V.A. Almazov, St. Petersburg
Characteristics and classification of different patterns of paroxysmal atrial fibrillation are presented. Main indications to restoration of sinus rhythm are discussed. The features of main medications used to terminate of atrial fibrillation are given. The choice of antiarrhythmic drug is considerate. Necessity of individual approach to therapy tactics is proved.
Key words: atrial fibrillation, pharmacological cardioversion, efficacy and safety of antiarrhythmic therapy.
Rational Pharmacoter. Card. 2007;4:63-70