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1. I strongly recommend you find the answers you are seeking either from your cariologist or

Sat Sep 5, 2020, 04:41 PM

Sep 2020

a second opinion cardiologist, as there are likely to be some individual issues that will make the choice of cardioconversion v medical therapy more clear.

But, it is important to inform yourself with reliable information
I'd start with the American Heart Association's detailed info:

https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/arrhythmia/prevention--treatment-of-arrhythmia/cardioversion

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Cardioversion for atrial fibrillation - questions about effectiveness, etc. [View all] No Vested Interest Sep 2020 OP

I strongly agree with your recommendation! CaliforniaPeggy Sep 2020 #2

I second that recommendation... FarPoint Sep 2020 #4

Good luck and let us know what you find. safeinOhio Sep 2020 #3

Slow heartbeat is better than fast, I'm told. No Vested Interest Sep 2020 #5

Cardioversion Claire Oh Nette Sep 2020 #6

Thanks for your input! No Vested Interest Sep 2020 #10

I had it a few years ago. mike_c Sep 2020 #7

Glad you came through your experience!! No Vested Interest Sep 2020 #11

Cardioversion Claire Oh Nette Sep 2020 #8