Comparison of Atrial Fibrillation in the Young versus That in the Elderly: A Review

The incidence and prevalence of atrial fibrillation (AF) are projected to increase significantly worldwide, imposing a significant burden on healthcare resources. The disease itself is extremely heterogeneous in its epidemiology, pathophysiology, and treatment options based on individual patient cha...

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Main Authors: Rajiv Sankaranarayanan, Graeme Kirkwood, Katharine Dibb, Clifford J. Garratt
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2013-01-01
Series:Cardiology Research and Practice
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/976976