Stroke in atrial fibrillation: Review of risk stratification and preventive therapy
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a leading preventable cause of ischemic stroke for which early detection and treatment are critical. The risk of stroke in people with AF can be stratified by the use of such validated prediction instruments such as CHADS2 or CHA2 DS2–VASc. The CHA2 DS2–VASc adds to the e...
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| Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
2019-01-01
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| Series: | Journal of Family and Community Medicine |
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| Online Access: | http://www.jfcmonline.com/article.asp?issn=2230-8229;year=2019;volume=26;issue=2;spage=92;epage=97;aulast=Alshehri |