Low population prevalence of atrial fibrillation in rural Uganda: A community-based cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT: OBJECTIVES:Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a major risk factor for stroke, which is the leading cause of cardiovascular mortality in sub-Saharan Africa. However, there is limited population-based epidemiological data on AF in sub-Saharan Africa. We sought to estimate the prevalence and correlates of AF in rural Uganda. METHODS:We conducted a cross-sectional study using community health fairs in 2015 targeting eight villages in rural Uganda. Study participants completed a medical history, a clinical exam, blood collection, and 12‑lead electrocardiographic (ECG) screening. Of 1814 participants enrolled in a parent cohort study that includes 98% of adults residing in the geographic area, 856 attended a health fair and were included in this study. Our primary outcome was AF or atrial flutter. We m

SUBMITTER: Muthalaly RG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6143408 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature