Abstract:

The experts presenting during this webinar focused on the latest evidence in high-risk stroke patient identification, prioritisation, and management in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. Data from several studies on long-term cardiac monitoring shows that the only consistent risk factor for subclinical AF is age. Since risk-factors are not always reliable, long-term monitoring for AF is the basis of ensuring identification of patients at risk. Carefully selecting patients for this methodology is a critical factor to improve outcomes. In general, the longer patients are monitored, the better the chances are of identifying those that need immediate attention. All of this is more relevant in the current pandemic context which has had significant impact on stroke care pathways.

Keywords:

ATRIAL FIBRILLATION, CARDIAC MONITORING, IMPLANTABLE DEVICES, WEARABLE DEVICES