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Role of interleukins in the pathogenesis of atrial fibrillation.
| Interleukins | Role in Pathogenesis of AF |
|---|---|
| Interleukin-1 Interleukin-6 Interleukin-11 |
Induces atrial remodeling Pressure-overload-induced sustained AF Induces atrial remodeling Atrial myocardium inflammatory status Shortening of atrial refractory period |
| Interleukin 17A | Stimulates cardiac fibroblast proliferation and promotes the occurrence of AF |
