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Evolving concepts in atrial fibrillation epidemiology: Advancing knowledge about cardiovascular health in sub-Saharan Africa
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common cardiac arrhythmia presenting in the daily clinical practice [1]. In the last 50  years, AF prevalence and incidence have been shown to constantly increase, progressively becoming a worldwide healthcare issue, with relevant public health expenditure, both in terms of clinical management and consequences related to the main clinical adverse events related to AF (i.e. stroke, ma jor bleeding, cardiovascular events) [1,2].
Source: International Journal of Cardiology - July 4, 2018 Category: Cardiology Authors: Marco Proietti Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Shift work and risk of stroke: A meta-analysis
Stroke is one of the leading causes of mortality which is accounted for 11.8% of total deaths worldwide [1]. On average, every 4min, someone died of a stroke. Stroke accounted for ≈1 of every 20 deaths in the United States, with serious consequences for health care expenditure [2]. It has been estimated that the total direct medical expenditure on stroke is at least $71.6 billion in 2012 and will be $184.1 billion in 2030, this creates a major public health burden [3]. Moreover, approximately 10% of all strokes occur in individuals 18 to 50years of age, which is the main productivity [4].
Source: International Journal of Cardiology - March 29, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Min Li, Jiang-tao Huang, Yuan Tan, Bao-ping Yang, Zhen-Yu Tang Tags: Correspondence Source Type: research

Atrial fibrillation: Profile and burden of an evolving epidemic in the 21st century
Abstract: Background: Atrial fibrillation (AF) represents an increasing public health challenge with profound social and economic implications.Methods: A comprehensive synthesis and review of the AF literature was performed. Overall, key findings from 182 studies were used to describe the indicative scope and impact of AF from an individual to population perspective.Results: There are many pathways to AF including advancing age, cardiovascular disease and increased levels of obesity/metabolic disorders. The reported population prevalence of AF ranges from 2.3%–3.4% and historical trends reflect increased AF incidence. Es...
Source: International Journal of Cardiology - February 4, 2013 Category: Cardiology Authors: Jocasta Ball, Melinda J. Carrington, John J.V. McMurray, Simon Stewart Tags: Reviews Source Type: research