Risk profiles and One-year outcomes of patients with newly diagnosed atrial fibrillation in India: Insights from the GARFIELD-AF Registry

ConclusionCompared to previously published registries from India, GARFIELD-AF registry describes clinical profiles and outcomes in Indian patients with AF of a different etiology. The registry data shows that compared to the rest of the world, Indian AF patients are younger with more diabetes and CAD. Patients with a higher stroke risk are more likely to receive anticoagulation therapy with VKA but are under-dosed compared with the global average in GARFIELD-AF.
Source: Indian Heart Journal - Category: Cardiology Source Type: research