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==Clinical Question==
==Clinical Question==
Which is better for treating atrial fibrillation, rate control allowing Afib at a lower heart rate, or rhythm control by maintaining sinus rhythm?


==Conclusion==
==Conclusion==

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incomplete Journal Club Article
Wyse DG, et al. "A Comparison of Rate Control and Rhythm Control in Patients with Atrial Fibrillation". NEJM. 2002. 347(23):1825-1833.
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Clinical Question

Which is better for treating atrial fibrillation, rate control allowing Afib at a lower heart rate, or rhythm control by maintaining sinus rhythm?

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