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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

The European Heart Rhythm Association Practical Guide on the Use of New Oral Anticoagulants in Patients with Non-valvular Atrial Fibrillation - A Brief Summary

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Arrhythmia & Electrophysiology Review 2013;2(2):115-9

Clinical Implications from Recent Trials and New Guidelines for Stroke Prevention in Atrial Fibrillation

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European Cardiology 2012;8(3):174-8

Anticoagulation in Atrial Fibrillation

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Arrhythmia & Electrophysiology Review 2012;1(1):12–6

Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection Presenting with Stroke

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American Heart Hospital Journal 2011;9(2):125-7