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    • Electrophysiology
    • Medical Procedures

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    • Atrial fibrillation necessitates rhythm control strategies for patient management.
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    • Understanding procedural nuances is crucial for effective treatment.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline the practical methodology for performing external electrical cardioversion in atrial fibrillation.
    • To highlight the efficacy and safety profile of R-wave synchronised biphasic defibrillation.
    • To provide a guide for clinicians on this essential procedure.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of established protocols for external electrical cardioversion.
    • Focus on R-wave synchronised biphasic waveform application.
    • Emphasis on practical considerations for successful cardioversion.

    Main Results:

    • R-wave synchronised biphasic defibrillation demonstrates a high acute success rate.
    • The overall complication rate associated with the procedure is low, reported below 1%.
    • Practical implementation ensures procedural effectiveness.

    Conclusions:

    • External electrical cardioversion is a vital component of atrial fibrillation rhythm control.
    • The described method using R-wave synchronised biphasic defibrillation is safe and effective.
    • This manuscript serves as a practical guide for performing the procedure.