The neurocognitive effects of atrial fibrillation: benefits of the ABC pathway.

Authors :: Calvert P
Gupta D
Lip GYH
Source :: European heart journal. Cardiovascular pharmacotherapy [Eur Heart J Cardiovasc Pharmacother] 2023 Jul 29; Vol. 9 (5), pp. 413-420.
Publication Year :: 2023
Abstract: Atrial fibrillation (AF) has a recognized association with not only stroke, but also neurocognitive impairment and both vascular and Alzheimer's dementia. Effective management of AF can reduce the risk of such complications. In this narrative review article, we discuss the pathophysiological links between AF and dementia, as well as the benefits of adherence to the guideline-recommended 'ABC' pathway.<br /> (© The Author(s) 2023. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of the European Society of Cardiology.)