Atrial fibrillation: symptoms, diagnosis and management

After reading this article, you should be able to:

• Identify the symptoms of atrial fibrillation and understand how the condition is diagnosed;
• Know the different strategies for managing the condition, including the difference between rate and rhythm control;
• Understand the importance of correct anticoagulation and the advantages and disadvantages of common oral anticoagulants;
• Understand how pharmacist can help optimise patient comorbidities.