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Several clinical and non-clinical risk factors for stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation have been identified, and clinically useful classification schemes have been developed to facilitate risk stratification in these patients.

Both a history of hypertension and systolic blood pressure >160 mmHg have been shown to be consistent independent risk factors for stroke, resulting in a twofold increase in stroke risk.

Articles

Clinical Implications from Recent Trials and New Guidelines for Stroke Prevention in Atrial Fibrillation

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European Cardiology 2012;8(3):174-8

American Heart Association's Shared Focus is Critical to Achieving its Goals Faster

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US Cardiology 2005;2(1):18–9

Carotid Artery Stenting—The Interventional Cardiologist’s Role in Stroke Prevention

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US Cardiology 2005;2(1):161-3

Embolic Protection

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European Cardiovascular Disease 2007;3(1):89–90