What is the risk of thromboembolic events in atrial fibrillation with chronic kidney disease?
A systematic review and meta-analysis of Zeng et al. (2015) found that patients with atrial fibrillation and chronic kidney disease had a significantly higher risk of thromboembolic events (e.g. stroke, embolism) compared to patients without chronic kidney disease. This risk was further increased in patients with a higher estimated glomerular filtration rate. Additionally, a systematic review and meta-analysis by Odutayo et al. (2016) found that atrial fibrillation was associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease, renal disease, and death in patients with chronic kidney disease. 