Subclinical Atrial Fibrillation Duration Should be Incorporated in the Clinical Assessment of Stroke Risk during Atrial Fibrillation Screening

Authors: Georges H Mairesse*

DOI: 10.23880/oajc-16000150

Volume 4, Issue 1

Abstract

Recently, opinion leaders have reviewed the gaps in evidence and summarized the arguments for and against screening for atrial fibrillation (AF). The diagnosis of AF requires a rhythm documentation using an electrocardiogram (ECG) showing at least 30s of the typical pattern of AF: absolutely irregular RR intervals and no discernible, distinct P waves.

Keywords: Subclinical Atrial Fibrillation; Stroke Risk; Atrial Fibrillation Screening; ECG

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