Trends in Polypharmacy Among Patients With Atrial Fibrillation: A Report From the Finnish AntiCoagulation in Atrial Fibrillation Nationwide Cohort Study

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Authors

Niklas Kiuru · University of Turku

Sanni Reinilä · Turku University Hospital

Ville L. Langén · University of Turku

Jussi Jaakkola · University of Turku

K. E. Juhani Airaksinen · University of Turku

Olli Halminen · University of Eastern Finland

Jukka Putaala ·

Abstract

Polypharmacy is highly prevalent among patients with AF in Finland and has increased over time. These findings underscore the need for holistic, patient-centered management strategies to optimize outcomes in this multimorbid population.

Topics & Keywords

Atrial Fibrillation Management and Outcomes Pharmacovigilance and Adverse Drug Reactions Cardiac electrophysiology and arrhythmias

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of the American Heart Association

DOI: 10.1161/jaha.125.046930

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