Stroke Prevention in Atrial Fibrillation: Latest Clinical Trials and Guidelines

Stroke Prevention in Atrial Fibrillation: Latest Clinical Trials and Guidelines

Atrial Fibrillation (AF) is the most common sustained arrhythmia and 1/6 strokes is attributed to AF. The cornerstone of treatment remains maintaining sinus rhythm or appropriate ventricular rate control in addition to prevention of stroke. Oral anticoagulation therapy (OAC) with vitamin K antagonis...

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Main Authors: Luciana Armaganijan, Cristiano Dietrich, Dimpi Patel, Carlos A. Morillo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2012-04-01
Series:Pharmaceuticals
Subjects:
atrial fibrillation
anticoagulants
stroke
prevention
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1424-8247/5/4/384/

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