Atrial Fibrillation: Prevention of Strokes
2009-09-18
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Atrial Fibrillation: Prevention of Strokes
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Atrial fibrillation is the most common arrhythmia seen in the clinical setting.
This so called, irregularly irregular rhythm is associated with thrombosis, or clot
formation, in the heart. These clots have the potential to break free and travel to
different places in the body, including the brain. Clots traveling to the brain prevent
adequate circulation, resulting in a stroke.
This pamphlet describes atrial fibrillation, why it has the increased potential to form
thromboses, which patients are at increased risks of strokes, and the treatment options
including antithrombotic therapies.
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The information provided in this handout does not necessarily reflect the views of the University of Minnesota Medical School physicians and faculty. These materials are provided for informational purposes only and are in no way intended to take the place of the advice and recommendations of your personal health care provider. You use the information provided in these handouts at your own risk.
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Anderson, Sarah. (2009). Atrial Fibrillation: Prevention of Strokes. Retrieved from the University Digital Conservancy, https://hdl.handle.net/11299/53704.
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