07/12/2025
Atrial Fibrillation: Thromboembolic Risk and Integrated Management
Atrial fibrillation increases stroke risk 5-fold via left atrial stasis and dysfunction.
Direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) are the cornerstone of evidence-based stroke prophylaxis.
Management is optimized through the integrated ABC pathway: Anticoagulation, Better symptom control, and Cardiovascular comorbidity optimization.