Key result
Atrial fibrillation almost doubles death rates independently of other known predictors, and is an independent risk factor for stroke and heart failure severity.
Why the study?
Is atrial fibrillation associated with an increased risk of stroke, heart failure, and mortality?
Population
Persons with Atrial Fibrillation, especially older populations in the western world
Design
Review
Authors
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AF independently worsens outcomes; confirms associations with mortality, stroke, and HF but leaves open optimal intervention thresholds.
Is atrial fibrillation associated with an increased risk of stroke, heart failure, and mortality?
Atrial fibrillation is a major determinant of morbidity and mortality, doubling death rates and significantly increasing the risk of stroke and severe heart failure.
Bordignon et al. (2012) conducted a review in Atrial Fibrillation. Atrial fibrillation almost doubles death rates independently of other known predictors, and is an independent risk factor for stroke and heart failure severity.
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