Exploring Atrial Fibrillation: Understanding the Complex Relation Between Lifestyle and Genetic Factors.

ABSTRACT: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death worldwide across diverse ethnic groups. Among these, atrial fibrillation (AF) stands as one of the most prevalent types of arrhythmias and the primary cause of stroke. Risk factors associated with AF include alcohol consumption, aging, high blood pressure, hypertension, inflammation, and genetic factors. A family history of CVD could indicate an increased risk. Consequently, genetic, and genomic testing should be performed to identify the molecular etiology of CVDs and assess at-risk patients. It is important to note that CVDs are the results of the complex interplay of genes and environmental factors, including ethnicity. In this case, the proband's clinic story includes a history of smoking abuse for 10 years (10 cigarettes pe

SUBMITTER: Tamayo-Trujillo R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11287905 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature