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.
Atrial Fibrillation
Preablation Weight Loss Linked to Freedom From Atrial Fibrillation
Change in weight over preceding year linked to success of catheter ablation for AF at 15 months for obese, nonobese patients.
Hydroxychloroquine Linked to Decreased Incident AF Risk in Lupus
Researchers evaluated the association between hydroxychloroquine and risk for incident atrial fibrillation in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus.
LAA Occlusion During Surgery Reduces Stroke Risk in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation
Left atrial appendage occlusion reduced stroke risk in patients with atrial fibrillation undergoing cardiac surgery.
Catheter Ablation Improves AF Outcomes in Racial, Ethnic Minorities
In contrast, much higher event rate seen for racial and ethnic minorities randomly assigned to drug therapy in CABANA trial.
Catheter Ablation Improves A-Fib Outcomes in Minorities
In contrast, much higher event rate seen for racial and ethnic minorities randomly assigned to drug therapy in CABANA trial.
Risk for Atrial Fibrillation Higher Among Those With Cancer
Atrial Fibrillation risk was examined for patients with cancer from 2009 through 2017.
AHA Releases Scientific Statement on Sleep-Disordered Breathing and Cardiovascular Complications
The AHA outlines screening, diagnosis, and treatment recommendations for obstructive sleep apnea and CV complications tied to the sleep disorder.
LA Thrombus Prevalent in Subsets of Anticoagulated Patients With AF
This review and meta-analysis evaluated LA thrombus in patients with AF/AFL on continuous oral anticoagulation therapy for at least 3 weeks.
Insertable Cardiac Monitor Detects More Atrial Fibrillation After Ischemic Stroke
Monitoring with an insertable cardiac monitor detected significantly more atrial fibrillation compared with usual care in patients who had stroke.
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