Propafenone versus ibutilide for post operative atrial fibrillation following cardiac surgery: neither strategy improves outcomes compared to rate control alone (the PIPAF study).

Soucier, Richard

Propafenone versus ibutilide for post operative atrial fibrillation following cardiac surgery: neither strategy improves outcomes compared to rate control alone (the PIPAF study). [electronic resource] - Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research Mar 2003 - PI19-23 p. digital

Publication Type: Clinical Trial; Comparative Study; Journal Article; Randomized Controlled Trial; Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

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Adrenergic beta-Antagonists--therapeutic use
Aged
Anti-Arrhythmia Agents--therapeutic use
Atrial Fibrillation--drug therapy
Cardiac Surgical Procedures--adverse effects
Female
Humans
Length of Stay
Male
Middle Aged
Postoperative Complications--drug therapy
Propafenone--therapeutic use
Prospective Studies
Sulfonamides--therapeutic use