Left atrial structure and function in atrial fibrillation: ENGAGE AF-TIMI 48

Conclusions In a contemporary AF population, LA structure and function were increasingly abnormal with a greater electrical burden of AF and higher stroke risk estimated by the CHADS2 score. Moreover, LA dysfunction was present despite normal LA size and sinus rhythm, suggesting that the assessment of LA function may add important incremental information in the evaluation of AF patients. Clinical Trial Registration: http://www.clinicaltrials.gov; ID = NCT00781391.
Source: European Heart Journal - Category: Cardiology Authors: Tags: Atrial fibrillation Source Type: research