Prevalence and Risk Factors of New-Onset Atrial Fibrillation and Its Role in the Prognosis of Critically Ill Patients

Abstract

Introduction: Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most prevalent dysrhythmia in the intensive care unit (ICU). This study aimed to assess the prevalence, clinical outcomes, and risk factors of new-onset AF in patients admitted to ICU, concerning mortality and length of stay.