A new era of anticoagulation treatment: optimizing outcomes for atrial fibrillation.

Journal Article (Journal Article)

Atrial fibrillation is a common condition that is associated with a high risk of stroke. In the present article, which is based on a roundtable discussion held on February 8, 2012, the faculty discuss various aspects of caring for patients with atrial fibrillation. These topics include the burden of the disease, stroke risk assessment, use of stroke prophylaxis, and improvement of outcomes.

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Duke Authors

Cited Authors

  • Ciervo, CA; Granger, CB; Schaller, FA; Engelke, KA

Published Date

  • September 2012

Published In

Volume / Issue

  • 112 / 9 Suppl 2

Start / End Page

  • eS9 - e21

PubMed ID

  • 23014815

Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)

  • 1945-1997

Language

  • eng

Conference Location

  • United States