Strategies in the surgical management of atrial fibrillation

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is associated with substantial morbidity, mortality, and economic burden and confers a lifetime risk of up to 25. Current medical management involves thromboembolism prevention, rate, and rhythm control. An increased understanding of AF pathophysiology has led to enhanced ph...

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Main Authors: Harling, L, Athanasiou, T, Ashrafian, H, Nowell, J, Kourliouros, A
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2011