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The document provides information on assessing stroke risk in patients with atrial fibrillation using the CHADS2 scoring system. The CHADS2 score assigns points based on factors like heart failure, hypertension, age, diabetes, and prior stroke or TIA. A higher total CHADS2 score corresponds to a higher risk of stroke. Treatment recommendations include aspirin or warfarin depending on the CHADS2 score. Warfarin is recommended for patients with a CHADS2 score of 2 or higher to reduce their annual stroke risk.
- Author
- Jose Villalobos Prado
- Language
- EN