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Atrial Fibrillation in Black American Patients: A Review of Genetics, Risk Factors, and Outcomes

HeartRhythm

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common arrhythmia in the U.S., Black Americans are less prone to develop AF than White Americans, but they display a higher burden of modifiable risk factors for cardiovascular disease and higher rates of ischemic stroke.

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The Role of Genetics in Heart Disease Risk

AMS Cardiology

and discuss the critical role of genetics in heart disease prevention. Is Heart Disease Genetic ? Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death worldwide. It encompasses a range of conditions, including coronary artery disease, heart failure and arrhythmias.