Afib: Prevention of Stroke in AFib and Atrial Flutter

The focus of this video will be on the use of oral anticoagulation therapy for the prevention of stroke in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation – or N.V.A.F. The 'CCS Algorithm' (or CHADS-65 algorithm) featured in this video depicts the key steps in the management of AF. For more information on this topic and other topics related to the management of AFib, visit the CCS's e-Guidelines website (www.ccs.ca/e-guidelines.htm).