The dangerous combination of atrial fibrillation and hypertension: An urgent need to handle complexity

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is one of the leading heart rhythm disorder, with relevant morbidity and mortality [1]. Similarly, hypertension is known to be the most prevalent and incident cardiovascular risk factor [1]. Both conditions share a similar epidemiology, being progressively more prevalent in elderly and male subjects and associated with increased risk for major clinical adverse events [1]. AF and hypertension have a deep and profound relationship [Fig. 1], with hypertension being one of the most relevant risk factor for developing AF and, subsequently, carrying a relevant increase in thromboembolic and bleeding risk in AF patients [2].
Source: International Journal of Cardiology - Category: Cardiology Authors: Tags: Editorial Source Type: research