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Atrial fibrillation is a common risk factor for stroke, especially in the elderly. While it is commonly believed to be less common amongst Chinese, this survey indicated the prevalence is nearly comparable to rates reported in Western populations.

Dr David Bruce Matchar
Duke University

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This page is a summary of: Prevalence and Risk Factors of Atrial Fibrillation in Chinese Elderly: Results from the Chinese Longitudinal Healthy Longevity Survey, Chinese Medical Journal, January 2015, Medknow,
DOI: 10.4103/0366-6999.164918.
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