In this paper, we reviewed the atrial fibrillation screening strategies in a stepwise manner and discussed the uncertainties in the assessment of the need for anticoagulation in light of the recently published European Heart Rhythm Association consensus document. We reviewed not only the methods and tools but also the role of health care professionals and patient organizations in addition to cost-effectiveness issues.
Keywords: screening for atrial fibrillation, rhythm monitoring, smartphones, thromboembolic risk, anticoagulationCopyright © 2024 The Anatolian Journal of Cardiology