Preoperative CHA2DS2-VASc Score Predicts Postoperative Atrial Fibrillation after Lobectomy

Conclusions Preoperatively calculated CHA2DS2-VASc score can predict POAF in patients undergoing pulmonary lobectomy. Age is the most statistically significant independent predictor, and patients with scores ≥5 have significantly increased risk. Trials for POAF prophylaxis should target this population. [...] Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text

Source: The Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeon - November 28, 2018 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Lee, Charles T. Strauss, David M. Stone, Lauren E. Stoltzfus, Jill C. Puc, Matthew M. Burfeind, William R. Tags: Original Thoracic Source Type: research