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Stroke prevention for patients with atrial fibrillation: improving but not perfect yet
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common cardiac rhythm disorder1 and one of the most important risk factors for stroke, particularly in the elderly. Stroke-related AF is associated with significant morbidity, mortality and healthcare costs.2 Although we have abundant evidence from randomised trials that anticoagulation, and to a lesser extent antiplatelet therapy, is highly efficacious in preventing stroke in patients with AF, these therapies remain underused, especially in older patients. With an ageing population and an AF prevalence that is rapidly rising,1 a better understanding of the stroke prevention practices i...
Source: Heart - July 19, 2013 Category: Cardiology Authors: Sandhu, R. K., McAlister, F. A. Tags: Health policy, Drugs: cardiovascular system, Epidemiology Editorials Source Type: research
