Predictors of postoperative atrial fibrillation

Abstract

Review purpose: to study the occurrence predictors of postoperative atrial fibrillation (PAF), effective predicting and treating methods according to global literature.Currently, PAF is considered one of the most frequent events among all cardiovascular complications as it develops in 30–65% of cases in patients after heart surgery. In recent decades, the PAF incidence has steadily increased despite advances in surgery and anesthesiology. PAF is a significant complication that affects the course of the postoperative period and requires special attention, since it leads to a longer hospital stay, increased treatment costs and can also lead to lethal outcomes in patients in this category. Considering PAF consequences, many studies have been performed to identify factors associated with the atrial fibrillation pathophysiology, to develop preventive measures aimed at treating high risk patients and minimize the side effects of antiarrhythmic drugs. The review and analysis of the global literature on the PAF causes, prevention and treatment are presented.