Key result
Alcohol intoxication caused or contributed to 35% of new-onset atrial fibrillation cases overall, and 63% of cases in patients under 65 years old.
Why the study?
What is the frequency of alcohol intoxication as a cause of new-onset atrial fibrillation?
Population
40 cases of new-onset atrial fibrillation (AF)
Design
Case_series
Follow-up
24 hours (for spontaneous conversion)
Authors
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Supports alcohol history in new-onset AF evaluation, especially younger adults; leaves open whether abstinence reduces recurrence or events.
Observational (n=40)
What is the frequency of alcohol intoxication as a cause of new-onset atrial fibrillation?
Alcohol intoxication is a frequent cause of new-onset atrial fibrillation, especially in younger patients, and often resolves spontaneously without requiring intensive care admission.
Steven R. Lowenstein (1983) conducted an observational in New-onset atrial fibrillation (n=40). Alcohol intoxication was evaluated on Frequency of alcohol intoxication as a cause or contributor to new-onset atrial fibrillation. Alcohol intoxication caused or contributed to 35% of new-onset atrial fibrillation cases overall, and 63% of cases in patients under 65 years old.
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