Abstract 100: Influence of Race on Presentation, Treatment, and Outcome Among Patients With Atrial Fibrillation-related Ischemic Stroke [Session Title: Poster Session I]

Conclusion: Blacks with AF who suffer IS are younger, have a higher burden of risk factors, and more often present with paroxysmal or new onset AF. IS in the setting of AF was associated with significant mortality and morbidity in both Blacks and Whites.

Source: Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes - April 29, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Limdi, N. A., Thigpen, J., Ko, D., Sisson, E. K., Tripodis, G., Henault, L. E., Berger, P. B., Hylek, E. Tags: Session Title: Poster Session I Source Type: research