Pacemaker-detected atrial fibrillation burden and risk of ischemic stroke or thromboembolic events—A cohort study

ConclusionIn patients with dual-chamber pacemakers and comparable CHA2DS2-VASc score, pacemaker-detected AF burden is associated with elevated risk for thromboembolism. Further research is needed to clarify how pacemaker-detected AF burden could incorporate with CHA2DS2-VASc score variables and help to guide anticoagulation.
Source: Heart and Lung: The Journal of Acute and Critical Care - Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research