Association between blood pressure levels and risk of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation: results from a prospective registry in Xinjiang, China - Scorecard - MDSpire
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Association between blood pressure levels and risk of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation: results from a prospective registry in Xinjiang, China
Clinical Scorecard: Link Between Blood Pressure Measurements and Stroke Risk in Atrial Fibrillation Patients: Findings from a Prospective Registry in Xinjiang, China
At a Glance
Category
Detail
Condition
Key Mechanisms
Elevated blood pressure (BP) levels are associated with increased stroke risk. [Source needed]
Target Population
Care Setting
Key Highlights
Elevated BP level was associated with a higher risk of stroke in patients with AF. [Source needed]
SBP and DBP showed linear dose-response with stroke. [Source needed]
Adding BP to conventional risk factors improved risk prediction for stroke. [Source needed]
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Management
Patients with AF should have an antihypertensive target of BP <130/80 mm Hg. [Source needed]
Monitoring & Follow-up
Risks
Patient & Prescribing Data
Patients aged 18 years or older diagnosed with AF.
Comprehensive management including rhythm or heart rate control and antihypertensive treatment is essential.
Clinical Best Practices
Recognizing and controlling elevated BP is important to reduce stroke risk. [Source needed]
Utilizing a standard protocol for BP measurement upon admission. [Source needed]
