Atrial Fibrillation Begets Heart Failure and Vice Versa

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Authors

Rajalakshmi Santhanakrishnan · Cardiovascular Research Center

Na Wang · National Heart Lung and Blood Institute

Martin G. Larson · Vanderbilt University

Jared W. Magnani · Cardiovascular Research Center

David D. McManus · Vanderbilt University

Steven A. Lubitz · Cardiovascular Research Center

Patrick T. Ellinor

Abstract

AF occurs in more than half of individuals with HF, and HF occurs in more than one third of individuals with AF. AF precedes and follows HF with both preserved and reduced ejection fraction, with some differences in temporal association and prognosis. Future studies focused on underlying mechanisms of these dual conditions are warranted.

Topics & Keywords

Atrial Fibrillation Management and Outcomes Cardiovascular Function and Risk Factors Heart Failure Treatment and Management

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Circulation

Volume 133, Issue 5, pp. 484-492

DOI: 10.1161/circulationaha.115.018614

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