Pathophysiology of atrial fibrillation and heart failure: dangerous interactions
H Sugumar, S Nanayakkara, S Prabhu… - Cardiology …, 2019 - cardiology.theclinics.com
Atrial fibrillation (AF) and heart failure (HF) frequently coexist and are associated with a
significant increase in morbidity and mortality. 1 Nearly two-thirds of people with AF develop
HF, whereas AF develops in one-third of people with preexisting HF. 1, 2 There are
pathologic mechanisms through which AF may contribute to HF and inversely how HF may
precipitate AF. Disclosure Statement: The authors have no conflicts of interest pertaining to
this article. However, the following industry funding sources regarding activities outside the …
significant increase in morbidity and mortality. 1 Nearly two-thirds of people with AF develop
HF, whereas AF develops in one-third of people with preexisting HF. 1, 2 There are
pathologic mechanisms through which AF may contribute to HF and inversely how HF may
precipitate AF. Disclosure Statement: The authors have no conflicts of interest pertaining to
this article. However, the following industry funding sources regarding activities outside the …