Incidence of cardioembolic stroke related to atrial fibrillation in Joinville, Brazil.

Background: Atrial fibrillation (AF) is an important cause of cardioembolic stroke, and population aging has increased its prevalence.

Objective: To evaluate the incidence of cardioembolic stroke caused by AF in the city of Joinville, Brazil, as well as previous diagnoses and use of medication.

Methods: Between 2017 and 2020 we extracted data from the population-based Joinville Stroke Registry.