The neurocognitive effects of atrial fibrillation: benefits of the ABC pathway
Peter Calvert, Dhiraj Gupta, Gregory Y.H. Lip
Abstract
Atrial fibrillation (AF) has a recognized association with not only stroke, but also neurocognitive impairment and both vascular and Alzheimer's dementia. Effective management of AF can reduce the risk of such complications. In this narrative review article, we discuss the pathophysiological links between AF and dementia, as well as the benefits of adherence to the guideline-recommended 'ABC' pathway.
Topics & Concepts
Atrial fibrillationNeurocognitiveDementiaMedicineStroke (engine)Vascular dementiaGuidelineNarrative reviewCardiologyInternal medicineIntensive care medicineCognitionPsychiatryDiseasePathologyMechanical engineeringEngineeringAtrial Fibrillation Management and OutcomesCardiac Arrhythmias and TreatmentsParkinson's Disease Mechanisms and Treatments