Alcohol consumption and risk of atrial fibrillation: Observational and genetic estimates of association

Conclusions Observational alcohol consumption was associated with a higher risk of atrial fibrillation in men. In women, only a high alcohol intake (28+ drinks/week) was associated with a higher risk. Participants with a high cardiovascular risk were no more sensitive towards alcohol than those at low risk. Genetic analysis did not support a causal relationship of linear association between alcohol intake and atrial fibrillation.
Source: European Journal of Preventive Cardiology - Category: Cardiology Authors: Tags: Original scientific papers Source Type: research