High Incidence of Occult Atrial Fibrillation in Asian Patients with Cryptogenic Stroke

Occult atrial fibrillation (AF) is not uncommon in patients with stroke. In western cohorts, insertable loop recorders (ILRs) have been shown to be the gold-standard and are cost-effective for AF detection. Anticoagulation for secondary stroke prevention is indicated if AF is detected. The incidence of occult AF among Asian patients with cryptogenic stroke is unclear.

Source: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases - April 17, 2018 Category: Neurology Authors: Swee-Chong Seow, Ann-Kee How, Siew-Pang Chan, Hock-Luen Teoh, Toon-Wei Lim, Devinder Singh, Wee-Tiong Yeo, Pipin Kojodjojo Source Type: research