Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement in Patients With Obstructive Sleep Apnea
A retrospective study was conducted to examine 3-year complications among patients with obstructive sleep apnea who received transcatheter aortic valve replacement.
Atrial Fibrillation
4-Item HART Scoring System to Assess for AF Risk After Noncardiac Surgery
Investigators evaluated independent predictors of postoperative AF in noncardiac surgery and assessed the accuracy of a score for risk predication in the clinical setting.
Diabetes Duration, Glycemic Control and Stroke Risk in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation
Investigators evaluated the effect of diabetes duration and hemoglobin A1c concentration on risk for stroke in patients with new onset atrial fibrillation.
NOACs May Be Better Choice for Patients With A-Fib and DM
For patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) and diabetes mellitus (DM), nonvitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulants (NOACs) are associated with lower risks for diabetes complications and mortality than warfarin.
Incident Bleeding Risk After Exposure to Systemic Fluconazole in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation
Researchers conducted a study to determine whether coexposure to systemic fluconazole or topical azoles increases the risk for incident bleeding among patients with atrial fibrillation on apixaban, rivaroxaban, or dabigatran.
USPSTF: Evidence Still Lacking for Atrial Fibrillation Screening
Evidence currently inadequate for assessing the balance of benefits and harms of screening for atrial fibrillation in asymptomatic adults
Moderate Physical Activity Reduces Risk for Atrial Fibrillation Events
A study was conducted to determine the relationship between physical activity, left atrial size, and risk for atrial fibrillation.
![AF is a complex condition associated with mechanical, electrical, and structural abnormalities of the atria; thus, many factors can predispose to its development.[6] It is most common in patients aged ≥65 years, affecting 9% of this population.[1] It is also more common in women, those of European descent, those with predisposing comorbidities and lifestyle factors, and after surgery.[1] Comorbidities that increase the risk of AF include obesity, cardiovascular conditions (eg, hypertension, coronary artery disease, structural heart disease), and other chronic conditions (eg, hyperthyroidism, asthma). Heavy alcohol use is known to increase risk of developing AF, but a recently published study indicates that regular consumption of even small amounts of alcohol can lead to atrial enlargement and subsequent AF.[7] In addition, several cases of AF after episodes of heavy binge drinking have been reported in people who normally drink little or no alcohol and have no underlying cardiovascular comorbidities.[8]](https://www.thecardiologyadvisor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2019/01/slideshowsizefeaturehyperten_1061303-544x306.jpg)
USPSTF Releases Update on Harms vs Benefits of Atrial Fibrillation Screening
The USPSTF evaluated the harms and benefits of screening for atrial fibrillation in adults without history of stroke.
Shared Decision-Making Tool Did Not Improve Anticoagulant Adherence for Stroke Prevention
Investigators studied the effect of shared decision-making on adherence to anticoagulation therapy in patients with atrial fibrillation.
Anemia Linked to Greater Risk for Mortality in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation
Researchers analyzed the association between anemia and CV mortality, all-cause mortality, and major bleeding in patients with atrial fibrillation.
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