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Duration Based Classification
Paroxysmal
continuous AF episode lasting longer than 30s but terminating spontaneously or with intervention within 7 days of onset.
EARLY Paroxysmal
--Paroxysmal AF that terminates within 24hrs of onset.
Persistent
continuous AF episode lasting longer than 7 days but <1 year
EARLY Persistent
--Persistent AF that lasts less then 3 months.
Long-standing Persistent
continuous AF episode lasting longer than 1 year, in whom rhythm control management is being pursued.
Permanent
AF for which a therapeutic decision has been made not to pursue sinus rhythm restoration.
2024 EHRA/HRS/APHRS/LHRS expert consensus statement on ablation of AF