Why the study?
Is an increased augmentation index associated with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation in outpatients?
Population
244 outpatients examined during sinus rhythm
Comparison
Measurement of augmentation index from the… vs Age- and gender-matched controls without…
Design
Case-control
Authors
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May support augmentation index for paroxysmal AF risk stratification in outpatients; leaves open predictive value and clinical utility pending prospective data.
Is an increased augmentation index associated with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation in outpatients?
An increased augmentation index, reflecting enhanced vascular wave reflection, is independently associated with the presence of paroxysmal atrial fibrillation.
Doi et al. (2008) studied this question.
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