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Atrial fibrillation, anticoagulation, and electroconvulsive therapy
1Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, State University of New York, Stony Brook, USA.
Convulsive Therapy
|June 1, 1996
Summary
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) may be safe for patients with atrial fibrillation (AF). ECT often converts AF to normal sinus rhythm (NSR), suggesting anticoagulation is recommended.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Neurology
- Psychiatry
Background:
- Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a common arrhythmia.
- Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is an effective psychiatric treatment.
- The safety of ECT in patients with AF requires consideration due to embolization risks.