The Risk of Ischemic Stroke in Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Atrial Fibrillation

The Risk of Ischemic Stroke in Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Atrial Fibrillation

Background: Atrial fibrillation (AF) and ischemic stroke (IS) are intricately linked to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Patients who suffer from both COPD and AF demonstrate a 2.85-fold greater risk of IS. However, the long-term risk remains insufficiently explored. Methods: This study...

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Main Authors: Hsien-Lung Tsai, Chih-Chun Hsiao, Yu-Hsuan Chen, Wu-Chien Chien, Chi-Hsiang Chung, Chun-Gu Cheng, Chun-An Cheng
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2025-01-01
Series:Life
Subjects:
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
atrial fibrillation
ischemic stroke
risk
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-1729/15/2/154

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