Similar Incidence of Stroke in Paroxysmal Versus Sustained Atrial Fibrillation?/ Performance Measures for Atrial Fibrillation

Authors

  • Antonis M. Sideris
  • Dimitris Bramos

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.2015/hc.v3i1%20sup.139

Keywords:

atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, thromboembolic stroke, performance measures

Abstract

No clear evidence exists regarding the effect of atrial fibrillation (AF) duration and frequency on the occurrence of stroke. Some studies have suggested a lower stroke risk in paroxysmal than in persistent AF. In contrast, other studies have reported a comparable stroke risk of paroxysmal to permanent AF. Upcoming trials such as the TRENDS and the ASSERT studies will provide further insight into the direct relation of AF duration and systemic embolism in a large group of patients with an implantable device. Recently, an ACC/AHA physician consortium provided clinical performance measures for adults with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter.

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Vol. 3 No. 1 sup (2008)

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Athens Cardiology Update 2008

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