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Sex as a Risk Factor for AF-related Stroke
02/19/2025
Sex as a Risk Factor for AF-related Stroke
Does sex influence the risk of atrial fibrillation (AF)-related strokes? Is female sex truly an independent risk factor? And what common myths still cloud clinical understanding? In this episode, host Dr. Giulio Francesco Romiti (internal medicine specialist from Sapienza University of Rome, Italy) is joined by guests Dr. Geoff Barnes (cardiologist and vascular medicine specialist, University of Michigan, USA) and Dr. Bernadette Corica (internal medicine specialist and cardiologist in training in Modena, Italy, and honorary research fellow at the Liverpool Centre for Cardiovascular Science, UK) to explore the complex relationship between sex and stroke risk in patients with AF. Together, they unpack the latest research, challenge myths and misconceptions, and provide key insights on: ✅ Sex disparities in AF prevalence and stroke incidence✅ Why women with AF may experience worse outcomes✅ The role of anticoagulation therapy in men vs. women✅ Practical clinical strategies for stroke prevention Whether you're a clinician, researcher, or healthcare professional, this episode offers essential takeaways for optimizing patient care. 🎧 Tune in now and subscribe to stay updated on expert insights in thrombosis and cardiovascular medicine!
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