Perceptions and Experiences of Atrial Fibrillation Patients on Their Condition and Oral Anticoagulant Treatment

ConclusionsGPs and patients are waiting for the other to mention issues surrounding AF treatment such as switching, use of thrombosis service, and number of pills to take first. The perceptions and experiences of patients with AF regarding their disease and treatment highly influence the decisions GPs make, together with these patients, as well as considerations that patients have regarding their treatment; GPs need to be aware of their AF patients ’ perceptions and experiences with their condition and medication’ in order to facilitate discussions with patients and improve clinical outcomes.
Source: Cardiology and Therapy - Category: Cardiology Source Type: research