Association of Catheter Ablation and Reduced Incidence of Dementia among Patients with Atrial Fibrillation during Long-Term Follow-Up: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies
Background: Atrial fibrillation (AF) is independently associated with the onset of cognitive decline/dementia. AF catheter ablation (AFCA) is the most effective treatment strategy in terms of sinus rhythm maintenance, but its effects on dementia prevention remain under investigation. The aim of the...
Main Authors: | Andrea Saglietto, Andrea Ballatore, Henri Xhakupi, Gaetano Maria De Ferrari, Matteo Anselmino |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-04-01
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Series: | Journal of Cardiovascular Development and Disease |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2308-3425/9/5/140 |
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