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Novel oral anticoagulants in gastroenterology practice
Atrial fibrillation (AF), the most common sustained cardiac arrhythmia, is associated with a 5-fold increase in the risk of ischemic stroke, and AF-related strokes have worse outcomes than those not associated with AF. Warfarin reduces the risk of stroke in patients with AF by approximately two-thirds and is more effective than aspirin or dual antiplatelet therapy with aspirin and clopidogrel. Although effective, warfarin has limitations that complicate its use. These include unpredictable pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics related to genetic polymorphisms and to variations in dietary vitamin K intake and numerous ...
Source: Gastrointestinal Endoscopy - May 31, 2013 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Jay Desai, Christopher B. Granger, Jeffrey I. Weitz, James Aisenberg Tags: Review Articles Source Type: research

Antithrombotic Therapy for Patients with Atrial Fibrillation and Atherothrombotic Vascular Disease: Striking the Right Balance between Efficacy and Safety.
Abstract Atrial fibrillation (AF), the most prevalent cardiac arrhythmia, is estimated to affect 1.5 to 2.0% of the general population, i.e., at least 100 million people worldwide.(1) Left untreated, patients with nonvalvular AF (NVAF) are exposed to an annual risk of thromboembolic stroke of approximately 5%, resulting in 5 million AF-related strokes each year.(1) Properly dosed anticoagulation (e.g., warfarin adjusted to an international normalized ratio [INR] of 2.0 to 3.0) is extremely effective in preventing AF-related strokes, reducing risk by two-thirds compared with no therapy, and by one-half compared to ...
Source: Circulation - July 16, 2013 Category: Cardiology Authors: Patrono C, Andreotti F Tags: Circulation Source Type: research

Mass screening identifies untreated AF in 5% of 75-76 year olds
Stroke is the second cause of death worldwide. Atrial fibrillation is the most common clinically relevant cardiac arrhythmia in Europe, affecting approximately 1.5-2% of the general population.[1] Prevalence is estimated to double in the next 50 years as the population ages. Patients with atrial fibrillation have a five-fold increased risk of ischaemic stroke even though around 30% have no symptoms. As blood is less adequately shifted from the heart during atrial fibrillation, blood clots can form and cause large ischaemic strokes...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - September 3, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Seniors / Aging Source Type: news

Review of epidemiology and management of atrial fibrillation in developing countries
Conclusions: The limited studies available suggest that in the developing world there is a significant prevalence of AF, which is predominantly associated with hypertension and valvular heart disease, and carries a risk of stroke. Highly variable use of anticoagulants may be related to different health care and socioeconomic settings. More studies are needed to improve understanding of the epidemiology and management of AF in developing countries.
Source: International Journal of Cardiology - March 4, 2013 Category: Cardiology Authors: Tu N. Nguyen, Sarah N. Hilmer, Robert G. Cumming Tags: Reviews Source Type: research

Cardiovascular Function in Pulmonary Emphysema.
Abstract Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and chronic cardiovascular disease, such as coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, and cardiac arrhythmias, have a strong influence on each other, and systemic inflammation has been considered as the main linkage between them. On the other hand, airflow limitation may markedly affect lung mechanics in terms of static and dynamic hyperinflation, especially in pulmonary emphysema, and they can in turn influence cardiac performance as well. Skeletal mass depletion, which is a common feature in COPD especially in pulmonary emphysema patients, may have a...
Source: Biomed Res - December 28, 2013 Category: Research Authors: Visca D, Aiello M, Chetta A Tags: Biomed Res Int Source Type: research

Thromboembolic Risk in Atrial Fibrillation: Association between Left Atrium Mechanics and Risk Scores. A Study Based on 3D Wall‐Motion Tracking Technology
ConclusionsLeft atrial longitudinal strain and emptying fraction assessed by 3D WMT technology have correlation with both CHADS2 and CHA2DS2‐VASc scores. Each 10% of variation in longitudinal strain represents a 0.7 and 0.8 points change in those risk scores. LA mechanics evaluation might provide additional value to risk scores and could be considered to be a predictor of stroke in patients with AF.
Source: Echocardiography - August 5, 2014 Category: Cardiology Authors: Fabián Islas, Carmen Olmos, Catarina Vieira, José A. De Agustín, Pedro Marcos‐Alberca, Adriana Saltijeral, Carlos Almería, José L. Rodrigo, Miguel A. García Fernández, Carlos Macaya, Leopoldo Pérez de Isla Tags: Original Investigation Source Type: research

5 Things to Know About Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation (Afib) refers to an abnormal heart rhythm (cardiac arrhythmia); affecting more than 5 million Americans, it is also the most common type of abnormal heart rhythm in the U.S. So, here are five things you should know about Afib: 1. Afib is a serious condition. Left untreated, Afib can lead to blood clots, heart failure and stroke. 2. People with Afib are five times more likely to suffer a stroke than those who do not have Afib. 3. Not all Afib is created equal. Talk to your…
Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Physician Practices headlines - September 16, 2014 Category: American Health Authors: Dr. Daniel Beyerbach Source Type: research

The association between ambient air quality and cardiac rate and rhythm in ambulatory subjects.
CONCLUSIONS: We found evidence that air pollution may affect cardiac rate and rhythm. This may be one mechanism partially explaining the increase in strokes and cardiac events observed on days of higher air pollution. PMID: 25226341 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Environment International - September 13, 2014 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Cakmak S, Kauri L, Shutt R, Liu L, Green MS, Mulholland M, Stieb D, Dales R Tags: Environ Int Source Type: research

Novel Therapeutic Targets in the Management of Atrial Fibrillation
Abstract Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common cardiac arrhythmia, contributing to increased morbidity and reduced survival through its associations with stroke and heart failure. AF contributes to a four- to fivefold increase in the risk of stroke in the general population and is responsible for 10–15 % of all ischemic strokes. Diagnosis and treatment of AF require considerable health care resources. Current therapies to restore sinus rhythm in AF are suboptimal and are limited either by their pro-arrhythmic effects or by their procedure-related complications. These limitations have necessitated identifi...
Source: American Journal of Cardiovascular Drugs - August 5, 2014 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Untreated atrial fibrillation in the United Kingdom: Understanding the barriers and treatment options
This article reviews the barriers to anticoagulation in patients with AF in the United Kingdom and considers how those barriers may be overcome.
Source: Journal of the Saudi Heart Association - November 3, 2014 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Red blood cell distribution width and left atrial thrombus or spontaneous echo contrast in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common cardiac arrhythmia and is associated with an increased risk of cardio-embolic stroke and mortality. AF patients are under an increased risk of thromboembolism and stroke primarily from the development of thrombi within the left atrium. Pathological changes in blood constituents like slow blood flow, stasis, form a vortex, promote atrial endothelial damage and left atrial thrombus (LAT) formation [1]. Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) can help us to identify LAT and left atrial spontaneous echo contrast (LASEC) which has been demonstrated as a precursor of LAT [2].
Source: International Journal of Cardiology - November 25, 2014 Category: Cardiology Authors: Jianping Zhao, Tong Liu, Panagiotis Korantzopoulos, Huaying Fu, Qingmiao Shao, Ya Suo, Chenghuan Zheng, Gang Xu, Enzhao Liu, Yanmin Xu, Changyu Zhou, Guangping Li Tags: Letter to the editor Source Type: research

Telemonitoring for arrhythmias on rural outpatients: Feasibility and results on 167 patients
Conclusion A long-term single-lead monitoring in detection of arrhythmia events on referred patients for ECG ambulatory monitoring is a simple method. The quality of life of rural population and retired people who require medical attention without moving could be significantly improved in term of diagnosis, treatment and drug prescriptions to prevent stroke.
Source: European Research in Telemedicine - December 11, 2014 Category: Information Technology Source Type: research

Implications for your practice: Important changes in the 2014 guideline for the management of patients with atrial fibrillation.
Authors: Littrell R, Flaker G Abstract Atrial fibrillation (AF) is an increasingly common cardiac arrhythmia, currently affecting more than 5 million Americans. Management of patients with AF can be complex, with key strategies including selecting rhythm control versus heart rate control and reducing the patient's risk of stroke or other systemic embolization. The American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology, and Heart Rhythm Society released 2014 Guideline for the Management of Patients with Atrial Fibrillation, which outlines several new recommendations with important clinical implications. Among th...
Source: Postgraduate Medicine - April 1, 2015 Category: Internal Medicine Tags: Postgrad Med Source Type: research

CE: Atrial Fibrillation: Updated Management Guidelines and Nursing Implications.
This article reviews the recently updated guideline for the management of atrial fibrillation, issued jointly by the American Heart Association, the American College of Cardiology, and the Heart Rhythm Society. It focuses on the prevention of thromboembolism and on symptom control, and stresses the importance of patient adherence to treatment plans in order to ensure better outcomes. PMID: 25859746 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The American Journal of Nursing - April 9, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Cutugno CL Tags: Am J Nurs Source Type: research

Detrimental predictive effect of metabolic syndrome on postoperative complications in patients who undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting.
CONCLUSION: MetS has no detrimental predictive effect on early postoperative morbidity in CABG patients. (www.actabiomedica.it). PMID: 25948033 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Acta Bio-Medica : Atenei Parmensis - May 10, 2015 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Gharipour M, Sadeghi MM, Sadeghi M, Farhmand N, Sadeghi PM Tags: Acta Biomed Source Type: research