Expert Cardiology Part 1
Question 19/28
What is the main pharmacotherapy directed towards vagally mediated atrial fibrillation?
Question 19/28
What is the main pharmacotherapy directed towards vagally mediated atrial fibrillation?
Atrial fibrillation triggered by situations of vagal stimulation has been well described (nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, severe coughing, young healthy athletes with high vagal tone, etc.). In this scenario, the antiarrhythmic drug that has historically been successful is disopyramide. This agent has significant anticholinergic activity, making it more effective in this situation.