Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5927462 | American Heart Journal | 2015 | 10 Pages |
Abstract
Postoperative atrial fibrillation was an independent predictive marker of late AF, whereas late AF, but not POAF, was independently associated with long-term mortality. Patients who develop new-onset POAF should be considered for continuous anticoagulation at least during the first year following cardiac surgery.
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Authors
Rowlens M. M.D, MPH, Hartzell V. M.D, Kent R. PhD, Stephen S. MPH, Naser M. M.D, James B. M.D, Bernard J. MB, ChB, DPhil,