The global burden of atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter in older adults (≥ 65 years): trends, disparities, and drivers (1990–2021)
The escalating global burden of AF/AFL in older adults demands targeted interventions and resource allocation to address regional disparities. While demographic changes are primary drivers, further research is crucial to understand the contribution of epidemiological factors and develop effective prevention and management strategies.
Authors
- Shaobo Shi
- Yang Bo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4246-6469)
- Yiling Li (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6407-1778)
- Jinglin Wang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0007-7503-2401)
Institutions
- Wuhan University (CN)
- Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University (CN)
- Huazhong University of Science and Technology (CN)
- Hubei University (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMC Cardiovascular Disorders
- Published
- 2025-11-21
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12872-025-05284-5
- Primary Topic
- Atrial Fibrillation Management and Outcomes
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00