Atrial fibrillation in immigrant groups: a cohort study of all adults 45  years of age and older in Sweden

In conclusion, we observed substantial differences in incidence of AF between immigrant groups and the Swedish-born population. A greater awareness of the increased risk of AF development in some immigrant groups may enable for a timely diagnos is, treatment and prevention of its debilitating complications, such as stroke.
Source: European Journal of Epidemiology - Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research