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Several clinical and non-clinical risk factors for stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation have been identified, and clinically useful classification schemes have been developed to facilitate risk stratification in these patients.

Both a history of hypertension and systolic blood pressure >160 mmHg have been shown to be consistent independent risk factors for stroke, resulting in a twofold increase in stroke risk.

Articles

Emerging Strategies for Stroke Prevention in Atrial Fibrillation

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US Cardiology Review 2016;10(1):21–5

Stroke Prevention in Atrial Fibrillation – Outcomes and Future Directions

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Arrhythmia & Electrophysiology Review 2014;3(3):194–200

Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients Who Have an Indication for Oral Anticoagulation – an Evidence-based Approach to Antithrombotic Therapy

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Interventional Cardiology Review 2015;10(1):16–21

Percutaneous Closure of Patent Foramen Ovale – Data from Randomized Clinical Trials and Meta-Analyses

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Interventional Cardiology Review 2015;10(1):45–8