Blood–brain barrier disruption in atrial fibrillation: a potential contributor to the increased risk of dementia and worsening of stroke outcomes?

Atrial fibrillation (AF) has become one of the most significant health problems worldwide, warranting urgent answers to currently pending questions on the effects of AF on brain function. Recent evidence has emerged to show an association between AF and an increased risk of developing dementia and w...

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Main Authors: Ritambhara Aryal, Adjanie Patabendige
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The Royal Society 2021-04-01
Series:Open Biology
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Online Access:https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/10.1098/rsob.200396