Association of Electrical Cardioversion with Brain Perfusion and Cognitive Function in Patients with Atrial Fibrillation.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The association of atrial fibrillation (AF) and brain perfusion (BP) has not been well-defined. This study aimed to determine the association of persistent AF with BP and cognition, in comparison to control subjects and with regards to electrical cardioversion (ECV).

Methods

This study compared 25 patients with persistent AF undergoing elective ECV with 16 age/sex-matched controls. We measured regional BP by using the magnetic resonance (MRI) arterial spin labelling technique. Cognitive function was assessed using the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) cognitive function index. Measurements were performed at baseline and 6 weeks after ECV.

Results

There was no significant difference in BP between AF patients and control subjec

SUBMITTER: Kedzo J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10142430 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature