Abstract

Early rhythm control strategies may improve cardiovascular outcomes for patients with atrial fibrillation. Dofetilide is one effective strategy, but its risk of QT prolongation and torsades de pointes necessitates a hospital-based initiation. Detecting patients who do not have sufficient “repolarization reserve” to safely tolerate dofetilide would alter shared decision-making regarding rhythm control strategies using this drug.

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