Overview
Non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF) increases the risk of stroke by three- to five-fold, especially in elderly patients, creating a huge burden on medical system as well as a negative impact on patients' lives. Direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) are recommended for patients with NVAF to prevent strokes. Real world data reveal the underuse of anticoagulation in the elderly, especially due to physicians' concern of bleeding, often neglecting the thromboembolic risk. This study is designed to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of edoxaban in Korean elderly patients with atrial fibrillation.
Description
The objective of this study will be to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of edoxaban in patients 80 years of age or older with NVAF. This observational, non-interventional study will prospectively follow Korean patients who have been prescribed edoxaban at the discretion of the physician up to 12 months.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- NVAF participants aged ≥ 80 years old
- Participants who are determined to be prescribed with edoxaban at the discretion of the physician within 8 weeks prior to enrollment according to Package information
- Participants who can return to the site in person for face-to-face visits
- Written informed consent for participation in the study (ICF)
Exclusion Criteria:
- Planning to participate or simultaneously participating in any interventional study
- Life expectancy < 1 year
No influence on prescribing behavior as participants will only be included in the study
after the physicians have made the clinical decision to prescribe edoxaban.