European journal of internal medicine
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Eur. J. Intern. Med. · Mar 2021
Meta AnalysisLong-term outcomes of postoperative atrial fibrillation following non cardiac surgery: A systematic review and metanalysis.
New-onset atrial fibrillation (AF) in non-cardiac postoperative setting is common and is associated with a high risk of in-hospital mortality and morbidity. The long-term risks of stroke, mortality and AF recurrence rate in patients with postoperative AF (POAF) are unclear. ⋯ POAF is associated with a greater risk of stroke and mortality over the long-term period. Studies focusing on AF recurrence are needed to address the perception of POAF as a benign transient entity. The increased mortality risk following POAF should encourage systematic detection and prevention of this arrhythmia.