Abstract
Several studies have suggested that family history of atrial fibrillation (AF) is an important risk factor for AF, with several specific genetic regions now implicated through Genome Wide Association Studies. In addition, familial AF is associated with earlier age of onset and affects patients with fewer comorbid conditions than their non-familial counterparts. While those with familial AF have worse symptoms, all-cause mortality and risk of thromboembolic complications are similar among familial and non-familial AF patients.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 257-263 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Journal of Comparative Effectiveness Research |
Volume | 6 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - May 2017 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- arrhythmia
- clinical outcomes
- family history
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Health Policy