Ce-452778-1 left atrial mechanical dysfunction and the incidence of atrial fibrillation within 1 year of embolic stroke of unknown source

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is detected in a significant proportion of patients with embolic stroke of unkown source (ESUS) on subsequent cardiac monitoring and represents an indication for anticoagulation to prevent future stroke in these patients. Left atrial mechanical dysfunction often precedes development of atrial fibrillation and may represent an upstream marker which can readily be assessed at the point of care to inform decisions about future stroke prevention in people with ESUS.
Source: Heart Rhythm - Category: Cardiology Authors: Source Type: research