Valvular vs Non-Valvular Atrial Fibrillation - Classification Valvular: ...

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Valvular vs Non-Valvular Atrial Fibrillation - Classification
Valvular:
 • Presence of moderate-to-severe mitral stenosis or artificial (mechanical) heart valve.
 • Anticoagulate with warfarin
Non-valvular:
 • Absence of moderate-to-severe mitral stenosis or a mechanical heart valve.
 • Anticoagulate with NOAC or warfarin

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