Atrial Fibrillation

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Adherence to Atrial Fibrillation Pathway Improves Outcomes

Authors performed a systematic review of current evidence for the use of the Atrial Fibrillation Better Care (ABC) pathway and its effect on clinical outcomes.

Do Patients Benefit From Dalteparin Bridging in the Postoperative Period?

The efficacy of postoperative bridging with dalteparin vs placebo was evaluated in those with AF or mechanical heart valves when warfarin is temporarily interrupted for a surgical procedure.

The Link Between Coffee Consumption and Arrhythmia Risk

Each additional cup of habitual coffee consumed reduced the risk of incident arrhythmia by 3%.

Increasing Physical Activity After ICD Implantation May Reduce Deaths

For Medicare beneficiaries with implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs), physical activity (PA) is associated with a reduction in all-cause mortality.

Content of Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Adipose Tissue Tied to AF Risk

docosahexaenoic acid affected the risk for incident atrial fibrillation.

Rates of Adverse Events Lower With Apixaban for AF in Older Adults

For older adults with atrial fibrillation, apixaban is associated with lower rates of adverse events than warfarin across all frailty levels.

Increased Coffee Consumption Inversely Linked to Decreased Arrhythmia Risk

Higher amounts of habitual coffee intake are associated with a reduced risk for arrhythmia.

Increased Risk for Stroke, Atrial Fibrillation With Exogenous Hyperthyroidism, Hypothyroidism

Researchers sought to determine the relationship between thyroid hormone treatment intensity and the incidence of atrial fibrillation and stroke.

Athletes Have Higher Risk for Developing Atrial Fibrillation

Risk greater in athletes younger than 55 years and among those participating in mixed sport versus endurance sport.

Alcohol Increases Ischemic Stroke Risk in Newly Diagnosed Atrial Fibrillation

Current alcohol consumption was associated with higher risk for ischemic stroke among patients with atrial fibrillation.