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See Latest ArticlesBeta blockers for the prevention of atrial fibrillation after coronary artery bypass surgery: Carvedilol versus metoprolol
International Journal of Cardiology, 06/26/09
Celika T et al. – A report summarizes current research and questions addressed in the ongoing COMPACT trial, primarily the question of whether carvedilol is superior vs metoprolol to prevent postoperative postoperative atrial fibrillation (AF) following coronary artery bypass surgery (CABG).
Methods- Summary of current research and questions addressed in ongoing COMPACT trial
- All beta blockers effective for prevention of postoperative AF following CABG
- Carvedilol much more effective than metoprolol
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