Management of modifiable risk factors and comorbidities in atrial fibrillation: suggestions for improvement from a patient perspective.
Sofia KlavebäckEmma SvennbergCarolin NymarkFrieder BraunschweigMatthias LidinPublished in: European journal of cardiovascular nursing (2023)
Patients with AF request person-centered information, support in managing healthy lifestyle habits, and more regular communication with caregivers. This study provides a first foundation on how to better support AF patients, and using a digital tool in standard care may improve outcomes and reduce cost of care.
Keyphrases
- atrial fibrillation
- palliative care
- risk factors
- healthcare
- end stage renal disease
- newly diagnosed
- ejection fraction
- quality improvement
- cardiovascular disease
- heart failure
- left atrial
- prognostic factors
- weight loss
- peritoneal dialysis
- oral anticoagulants
- direct oral anticoagulants
- percutaneous coronary intervention
- patient reported outcomes
- left atrial appendage
- acute coronary syndrome
- insulin resistance
- coronary artery disease
- affordable care act
- health insurance