Investigating the Causal Link between Rheumatoid Arthritis and Atrial Fibrillation in East Asian Populations: A Mendelian Randomization Approach.
Weijun LuoHui YvXiao YuXianjun WuPublished in: Cardiology research and practice (2024)
This study establishes a causal link between RA and AF in East Asians. Our results underscore the need for in-depth mechanistic investigations to unravel the underlying pathways. Clinicians should consider AF risk in RA management, emphasizing collaborative care between rheumatologists and cardiologists. Moving forward, future research should explore therapeutic interventions and address the shared biological mechanisms.
Keyphrases
- rheumatoid arthritis
- atrial fibrillation
- disease activity
- palliative care
- quality improvement
- ankylosing spondylitis
- oral anticoagulants
- catheter ablation
- left atrial
- interstitial lung disease
- healthcare
- heart failure
- left atrial appendage
- direct oral anticoagulants
- systemic lupus erythematosus
- percutaneous coronary intervention
- optical coherence tomography
- pain management
- health insurance