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Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug use and risk of atrial fibrillation or flutter: population based case-control study
BMJ 343:d3450, Schmidt, M.,et al, 2011
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Article Abstract
Use of non-aspirin NSAIDs was associated with an increased risk of atrial fibrillation or flutter. Compared with non-users, the association was strongest for new users, with a 40-70% increase in relative risk (lowest for non-selective NSAIDs and highest for COX 2 inhibitors). Our study thus adds evidence that atrial fibrillation or flutter needs to be added to the cardiovascular risks to be considered when prescribing NSAIDs.
 
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