Very Low Prevalence and Incidence of Atrial Fibrillation among Bolivian Forager-Farmers
Background: Atrial fibrillation is the most common arrhythmia in post-industrialized populations. Older age, hypertension, obesity, chronic inflammation, and diabetes are significant atrial fibrillation risk factors, suggesting that modern urban environments may promote atrial fibrillation. Objectiv...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Levy Library Press
2021-02-01
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Series: | Annals of Global Health |
Online Access: | https://annalsofglobalhealth.org/articles/3252 |