Practical compendium of antiarrhythmic drugs: a clinical consensus statement of the European Heart Rhythm Association of the European Society of Cardiology

ABC framework for AAD therapy: A (Appropriate therapy) where Anti-arrhythmic Drugs (AADs) are the best option; B (Backup therapy) as adjunct to invasive procedures such as catheter ablation; C (Complementary therapy) in combination with other therapies

Pharmacological management remains essential, particularly in patients with cardiac implantable electronic devices or channelopathies, where ablation is often not suitable

Emphasis on pro-arrhythmia risk mitigation