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A Narrative Review of Atrial Fibrillation in the Perioperative Period Following Non-Cardiac Surgery

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  • Elisabeth Richter

  • Rolf Wachter

  • David Conen

  • Ulrich Laufs

  • April 29, 2026

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    Perioperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) includes new-onset AF during surgery and the immediate postoperative period.

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    Incidence of non-cardiac surgery-related POAF varies from 1% in low-risk to over 30% in high-risk procedures.

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    POAF peaks in the first week post-surgery, particularly around the second and third postoperative days.

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    Complications of POAF include thromboembolic events, hemodynamic instability, and increased long-term cardiovascular risks.

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    The review synthesizes evidence on incidence, risk factors, and management of POAF specifically in non-cardiac surgery.

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A Narrative Review of Atrial Fibrillation in the Perioperative Period Following Non-Cardiac Surgery

  • by Elisabeth Richter, Rolf Wachter, David Conen, Ulrich Laufs

  • April 29, 2026

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