Why did the committee make the recommendation to include advice on the use of beta-blockers and rate-limiting calcium-channel blockers for people presenting acutely with atrial fibrillation?
The committee highlighted that the existing recommendations gave no guidance on acute atrial fibrillation with acute decompensated heart failure. Using their expertise and experience the committee agreed that advice on the use of beta-blockers and rate- limiting calcium-channel blockers should be included because they can lead to further deterioration in people with pulmonary oedema caused by heart failure.