PT - JOURNAL ARTICLE AU - Vinall, Maria ED - Chugh, Sumeet S. ED - Albert, Christine M. ED - Benjamin, Emelia J. TI - An Update on the Epidemiology of Atrial Fibrillation DP - 2015 Aug 02 TA - MD Conference Express PG - 2--3 VI - 15 IP - 12 4099 - http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/15/12/2.short 4100 - http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/15/12/2.full AB - The incidence of atrial fibrillation is increasing worldwide. Early detection by increased awareness, coupled with targeted screening programs and the recognition of new emerging risk factors, may lower rates of morbidity and mortality. Prevention can best be achieved with anticoagulation, changes in lifestyle, and optimal control of risk factors.