Fibrilación auricular en la mujer: análisis de la situación en España

Atrial fibrillation is the most common sustained arrhythmia observed in the general population. It has a substantial impact on morbidity and mortality in elderly individuals. Most data on the epidemiology of atrial fibrillation come from the United States, in particular from the Framingham study. No comprehensive data are available for Spain. However, some studies have found prevalence rates of between 2% and 17% in the country, depending on the age group included and the scope of the study. In addition, some of these studies indicate that the prevalence in men and women is different, but no reliable data are available for Spain. Given the increasing importance of this arrhythmia and its impact on prognosis, it would be advisable to carry out specially designed studies to improve our understanding of the current situation in Spain, both in general and in the individual sexes.