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From left bundle branch block to Icelandic whales: the multiple perils of atrial fibrillation management in the elderly.
We present the case of an elderly woman which demonstrates how AF therapy in aged individuals is particularly challenging for the presence of complex conditions. The rhythm- or the rate control strategy must be carefully chosen based on individual risk profile. Oral anticoagulant therapy must be wisely managed to maximize benefits-in terms of stroke and dementia control-and to reduce complications. PMID: 26319529 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Aging Clinical and Experimental Research - August 29, 2015 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Fumagalli S, Boni S, Gabbai D, Giannini I, Tarantini F, Marchionni N Tags: Aging Clin Exp Res Source Type: research