It is important that the medical profession play a significant role in critically evaluating the
use of diagnostic procedures and therapies as they are introduced and tested in the�…

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common arrhythmia (estimated lifetime risk, 22%–26%). The
aim of this article is to review the clinical epidemiological features of AF and to relate them to�…

Aim The guideline for coronary artery revascularization replaces the 2011 coronary artery
bypass graft surgery and the 2011 and 2015 percutaneous coronary intervention guidelines�…

The recommendations listed in this document are, whenever possible, evidence based. An
extensive review was conducted on literature published through March 1, 2020. Searches�…

Importance Catheter ablation is effective in restoring sinus rhythm in atrial fibrillation (AF),
but its effects on long-term mortality and stroke risk are uncertain. Objective To determine�…

Background—The global burden of atrial fibrillation (AF) is unknown. Methods and Results—
We systematically reviewed population-based studies of AF published from 1980 to 2010�…

The aim of this updated statement is to provide comprehensive and timely evidence-based
recommendations on the prevention of stroke among individuals who have not previously�…

Background Vitamin K antagonists have been shown to prevent stroke in patients with atrial
fibrillation. However, many patients are not suitable candidates for or are unwilling to receive�…

† Representation does not imply endorsement by the American College of Physicians. The
American Heart Association makes every effort to avoid any actual or potential conflicts of�…

Background Atrial fibrillation is a leading preventable cause of recurrent stroke for which
early detection and treatment are critical. However, paroxysmal atrial fibrillation is often�…