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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.

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Prevention of Thromboembolism in Atrial Fibrillation Patients

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European Cardiology 2011;7(1):37–43

Limiting Complications During Carotid Artery Stenting in Complex Lesions

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Interventional Cardiology 2010;5:66–70

Treatment Strategies for Patients with Acute Carotid Syndromes

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US Cardiology 2009;6(2):84–6

An Update on Patent Foramen Ovale Closure

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Interventional Cardiology 2009;4(1):73-5