Table 2 Future research directions
From: Anemia and iron deficiency in patients with atrial fibrillation
Area | Goals |
|---|---|
Incidence and prevalence | Additional studies on the incidence and prevalence of anemia and iron-deficiency in different AF subpopulations, including by age, gender, AF type, anticoagulation use, ethnicity, and setting (outpatient, inpatient) |
Symptoms | Impact of anemia and iron deficiency on AF symptoms |
| Â | Impact of anemia and iron deficiency on exercise/functional capacity and peak oxygen consumption in patients with AF |
Complications | Confirmation of reported associations of anemia, stroke, and bleeding in patients with AF |
| Â | Impact of iron deficiency on future complications such as stroke, bleeding, heart failure, and mortality |
Pathophysiology | Assessment of iron-deficiency and other causes as contributors to anemia in patients with AF |
Therapy | Evaluation of investigation and treatment of anemia and iron-deficiency in patients with AF |