Tuesday, March 4, 2014

Gender is important in relation to thromboembolism in atrial fibrillation

Atrial fibrillation is the most common heart rhythm condition, and gender is an independent risk factor for thromboembolism (especially stroke). The pathophysiological mechanisms responsible for this increased risk of thromboembolism in women are not well understood.

Christina L. Cove, MD,…

Gender is important in relation to thromboembolism in atrial fibrillation




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