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This editorial reviews a study reporting a low prevalence of atrial fibrillation in asymptomatic adults in Geneva, suggesting that healthy populations with good primary care may have lower rates.
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A healthy population with low exposure to cardiovascular risk factors and good medical care may have a lower prevalence of atrial fibrillation than expected from previous studies.
Jan Heeringa (2010) conducted an editorial in Atrial fibrillation. This editorial reviews a study reporting a low prevalence of atrial fibrillation in asymptomatic adults in Geneva, suggesting that healthy populations with good primary care may have lower rates.
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