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Estimated Pulse Wave Velocity Predicts Future Cardiac Event Risks in Hypertension

Estimated pulse wave velocity predicted outcomes independent of the Framingham Risk Score, indicating an incremental role of markers of aortic stiffness on cardiovascular risk.

AF Independently Predicts Risk for In-Hospital Death in Ischemic Stroke

Researchers sought to determine whether atrial fibrillation increases risk for adverse events in hospitalized patients with ischemic stroke .

Decrease in Stroke Incidence Continued Through 2017 in ARIC

In the ARIC study, the decrease in stroke rates reported for 1987 to 2011 extended to 2017.

Apixaban Plus P2Y12 Inhibitor Provides Superior Safety vs VKAs in ACS With AF

Compared with regimens that include vitamin K antagonists, aspirin, or both, an antithrombotic regimen consisting of apixaban without aspirin provides superior safety and similar efficacy among patients with atrial fibrillation and acute coronary syndromes, irrespective of management with medical treatment or PCI.

Walking Speed Predicts Return to Work for Younger Patients After Stroke

For younger patients with stroke, walking speed is a strong predictor for return to employment.

Anticoagulation May Not Affect Stroke Risk in Left-Sided Infective Endocarditis

In this study of patients with left-sided infective endocarditis, investigators analyzed how anticoagulation affects stroke occurrence and bleeding complications.

Rapid Outpatient Treatment Strategy Is Feasible for TIA and Minor Stroke

Rapid outpatient strategy is safe and feasible for management of patients with transient ischemic attack and minor stroke evaluated in the emergency department.

CHA2DS2VASc Score Can Predict Mortality, CV Risk in Patients Without AF

The CHA2DS2VASc score is a sensitive tool for predicting new-onset atrial fibrillation and adverse outcomes in individuals with and without atrial fibrillation.

Aerobic Programs Similar to Cardiac Rehabilitation Beneficial for Stroke Survivors

Group-based aerobic exercise programs, like cardiac rehabilitation, provide benefits to stroke survivors.

Left Atrial Appendage Electrical Isolation May Increase Stroke Risk

A significantly increased stroke risk was identified following left atrial appendage electrical isolation; however, the risk could be reduced by oral anticoagulation or placement of a left atrial appendage occlusion device.