Stroke Risk Based on CHA2DS2-VASc Score in the Absence of Atrial Fibrillation

Ording et al investigated the stroke risk in hospitalized individuals without atrial fibrillation (AF) and found it quite comparable to those with AF, especially in the setting of high (>5) CHA2DS2-VASc scores (13.3% vs 14.6% in those without and with AF respectively).1 In fact, in men age5 without presence of AF, the risk of stoke was slightly higher than those with AF counterparts.
Source: The American Journal of Cardiology - Category: Cardiology Authors: Source Type: research