An international survey of physician and patient understanding, perception, and attitudes to atrial fibrillation and its contribution to cardiovascular disease morbidity and mortality
Population
Physicians and patients
Design
Cross-sectional
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Discussion
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Implication
May warrant investment in AF education programs; leaves open their impact on outcomes.
Key Points
- To evaluate physician and patient perceptions, understanding, and attitudes regarding atrial fibrillation and its contribution to cardiovascular morbidity and mortality.
- Conducted an international survey evaluating knowledge, perceptions, and attitudes toward atrial fibrillation among physicians and patients.
- Demonstrated an urgent requirement for comprehensive international educational and support programs tailored to both healthcare professionals and patients.
- Indicated that addressing existing knowledge gaps in atrial fibrillation is necessary to optimize clinical management and improve health outcomes.
Structured PICO
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Population
Physicians and patients
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Outcome
Understanding, perception, and attitudes to atrial fibrillation and its contribution to cardiovascular disease morbidity and mortalitypatient reported
An international survey highlights the need for comprehensive information and support programs on atrial fibrillation for patients and professionals to improve management and outcomes.
Cite This Study
Aliot et al. (2010) studied this question.