Kim, Yun Gi Han, Kyung-Do Choi, Jong-Il Boo, Ki Yung Kim, Do Young Oh, Suk-Kyu Lee, Kwang-No Shim, Jaemin Kim, Jin Seok Kim, Young-Hoon
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Cardiovascular Diabetology
BackgroundBeing obese or underweight, and having diabetes are important risk factors for new-onset atrial fibrillation (AF). However, it is unclear whether there is any interaction between body weight and diabetes in regard to development of new-onset AF. We aimed to evaluate the role of body weight status and various stage of diabetes on new-onset...
Chan, Yi-Hsin Chang, Gwo-Jyh Lai, Ying-Ju Chen, Wei-Jan Chang, Shang-Hung Hung, Li-Man Kuo, Chi-Tai Yeh, Yung-Hsin
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Cardiovascular Diabetology
BackgroundInsulin resistance (IR) is considered as a risk factor for atrial fibrillation (AF) even before diabetes develops. The pathophysiology and underlying mechanism are largely unclear.MethodsWe investigated the corresponding mechanism in two IR models of rats fed 15-week high-fat (HFa) and high-fructose/cholesterol (HFr) diets. AF was evaluat...
Packer, Milton
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Cardiovascular Diabetology
Both obesity and type 2 diabetes are important risk factors for atrial fibrillation (AF), possibly because they both cause an expansion of epicardial adipose tissue, which is the source of proinflammatory adipocytokines that can lead to microvascular dysfunction and fibrosis of the underlying myocardium. If the derangement of epicardial fat adjoins...
Huang, Jen-Hung Chen, Yao-Chang Lu, Yen-Yu Lin, Yung-Kuo Chen, Shih-Ann Chen, Yi-Jen
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Journal of Biomedical Science
BackgroundAtrial fibrillation (AF) frequently coexists with congestive heart failure (HF) and arginine vasopressin (AVP) V1 receptor antagonists are used to treat hyponatremia in HF. However, the role of AVP in HF-induced AF still remains unclear. Pulmonary veins (PVs) are central in the genesis of AF. The purpose of this study was to determine if ...
Toy, Dennis Naeger, David M.
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Current Treatment Options in Cardiovascular Medicine
Purpose of reviewLeft atrial appendage occlusion with the Watchman® device requires pre and post procedure imaging. Currently, transesophageal echocardiography is the recommended modality, though cardiac computed tomography angiography may be an acceptable alternative.Recent findingsCardiac computed tomography angiography can be used to safely and ...
Pujol-López, Margarida San Antonio, Rodolfo Tolosana, José María Mont, Lluís
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Current Cardiology Reports
Purpose of ReviewThe goal of this paper is to review present knowledge regarding preventive and antitachycardia pacing algorithms, aimed to reduce atrial fibrillation (AF) burden in patients when pacing is indicated.Recent FindingsReactive antitachycardia pacing (ATP), the new generation of ATP, is significantly associated with a reduced risk of AF...
Mandi, Dakaboué Germain Bamouni, Joel Naïbé, Dangwé Temoua Yaméogo, Rélwendé Aristide Kaboré, Elisé Kambiré, Yibar Kologo, Koudougou Jonas Millogo, Georges Rosario Christian Yaméogo, Nobila Valentin Thiam Tall, Anna
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The Egyptian Heart Journal
BackgroundFew studies have addressed the pattern of atrial fibrillation (AF) in rural Africa. The purpose of the study was to assess the epidemiology and long-term prognosis of AF in rural African patients in the Regional Hospital Center (RHC) of Tenkodogo, Burkina Faso.ResultsOverall, 107 of 1805 cardiac cases presented with AF (prevalence of 5.9%...
Anderson, Sarah L. Marrs, Joel C.
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Current Cardiology Reports
Purpose of ReviewTo review the clinical evidence underlying the efficacy and safety of the use of direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) for the treatment of patients with valvular atrial fibrillation (AF).Recent FindingsThe recent focused update to the 2014 AHA/ACC/HRS Atrial Fibrillation Guidelines defines valvular AF as AF in the setting of moderate...
Shovlin, C. L. Millar, C. M. Droege, F. Kjeldsen, A. Manfredi, G. Suppressa, P. Ugolini, S. Coote, N. Fialla, A. D. Geisthoff, U.
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Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases
BackgroundHereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT) is a rare vascular dysplasia resulting in visceral arteriovenous malformations and smaller mucocutaneous telangiectasia. Most patients experience recurrent nosebleeds and become anemic without iron supplementation. However, thousands may require anticoagulation for conditions such as venous thro...
Dretzke, Janine Chuchu, Naomi Chua, Winnie Fabritz, Larissa Bayliss, Susan Kotecha, Dipak Deeks, Jonathan J. Kirchhof, Paulus Takwoingi, Yemisi
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Systematic Reviews
BackgroundAtrial fibrillation (AF) is the arrhythmia most commonly diagnosed in clinical practice. It is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Prevalence of AF and complications of AF, estimated by hospitalisations, have increased dramatically in the last decade. Being able to predict AF would allow tailoring of management strategies...
