Screening for Undiagnosed Atrial Fibrillation and Stroke Prevention

In this episode, Dr. Valentin Fuster discusses the Garter AF trial, which evaluates the impact of screening for undiagnosed atrial fibrillation (AF) in older adults using a 14-day ECG monitor to reduce stroke risk. While the study found a marginal increase in AF diagnoses, it suggests that AI could play a crucial role in identifying high-risk patients who would benefit most from such screenings, highlighting the need for a more targeted approach in future trials.