Top 6 Afib Studies in 2017: Part II

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Female CV mortality lags behind male mortality; lifetime risk assessment, not 10-year risk, is a better estimation tool for women

Among patients with recently detected AF, early rhythm control improved cardiovascular outcomes in patients of either sex without differences in safety.

Newly diagnosed hypertension in a patient whose blood pressure is 152/94 mm Hg. What agents will you consider for this patient? Beta-blockers? Think again.

Findings elaborate on the pathophysiological differences in autoimmunity and atrial fibrillation risk between men and women.

Find a compact sampling of 2022 cardiovascular disease research reviewed on Patient Care, chosen by the editorial staff.