The Role of Biphasic Shocks for Transthoracic Cardioversion of Atrial Fibrillation
- Resource Type
- Journal Article
- Authors
- Walsh, Simon J; Glover, Ben M; Adgey, AA Jennifer
- Source
- Walsh, Simon J and Glover, Ben M and Adgey, AA Jennifer (2005) The Role of Biphasic Shocks for Transthoracic Cardioversion of Atrial Fibrillation. [Journal (Paginated)]
- Subject
- JOURNALS: Indian Pacing and Electrophysiology Journal
Indian Pacing and Electrophysiology Journal
- Language
The modern generation of transthoracic defibrillators now employ impedance compensated biphasic waveforms. These new devices are superior to those with monophasic waveforms and practice is currently switching to biphasic defibrillators for the treatment of both ventricular and atrial fibrillation. However, there is no universal guideline for the use of biphasic defibrillators in direct current cardioversion of atrial fibrillation. This article reviews the use of biphasic defibrillation waveforms for transthoracic cardioversion of atrial fibrillation.