The new guideline proposes a new way to classify AF, emphasizes the importance of early rhythm control and lifestyle modification, and gives catheter ablation a Class 1 indication.
Atrial fibrillation treated with left atrial appendage closure was associated with ischemic strokes that were less severe than those among similar patients treated with direct oral anticoagulation.
The phase 3 OCEANIC-AF trial of the factor XI inhibitor asundexian (Bayer) has been stopped early owing to inferior efficacy vs apixaban in preventing stroke and systemic embolism in patients with AF.
In patients with obesity, dual energy cardioversion is more reliable and just as safe as conventional single energy cardioversion as an initial strategy in AF, a new study shows.
Atrial fibrillation is linked to an increased risk for dementia, particularly when diagnosed before age 65 years, a large population-based study shows.