Outcomes May Be Better for Warfarin Users Who Stop Aspirin Use
Quality improvement effort to decrease unnecessary aspirin use tied to decrease in major bleeding without increase in thrombotic events
Atrial Fibrillation
High-Dose Steroids Not Linked to New-Onset AF in Patients Hospitalized for COVID-19
Researchers investigated whether receiving treatment with high-dose corticosteroids was associated with developing atrial fibrillation in patients with COVID-19.
Incidence of Atrial Fibrillation Up After Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Breast cancer stage strongly linked to development of AF; new-onset AF after breast cancer diagnosis linked to increased cardiovascular mortality.
Corticosteroids Increase Atrial Fibrillation Risk in Patients With COVID-19
Researchers sought to examine whether patients with COVID-19 receiving steroids develop new-onset atrial fibrillation.
Illicit Drugs, Acute Alcohol Consumption Linked to First-Time AF
A research group presented two studies at AHA 2021 that examined the association between atrial fibrillation and both alcohol consumption and illicit drug use.
Dementia and Mild Cognitive Impairment Less Common in Patients With AF Prescribed DOACs
The authors observed that AF patients taking DOACs are less likely to experience dementia or cognitive decline than those prescribed vitamin K antagonists.
Update on Expanded Indications for NOACs Beyond Stroke Prevention
Experts review the current indications for NOACs as well as research on use as venous thromboembolism (VTE) prophylaxis in patients with cancer, who are critically ill, and with peripheral artery disease
Early Rhythm Control Beneficial in Patients With AF and Heart Failure
Researchers determined the effects of early rhythm control therapy in patients diagnosed with atrial fibrillation with signs and symptoms of heart failure.
Promises and Pitfalls of Wearable Devices for Atrial Fibrillation Detection Evaluated
Using photoplethysmography (PPG) embedded in a smartwatch or wristband, patients can take an ECG with the tap of a button.
AHA Releases Scientific Statement on Sleep-Disordered Breathing and Cardiovascular Disease
The AHA outlines screening, diagnosis, and treatment recommendations for obstructive sleep apnea and CV complications tied to the sleep disorder.
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