A Study Evaluating the Associations Between Clinical Characteristics and Use of Oral Anticoagulants in Italian Elderly Participants With Non-Valvular Atrial Fibrillation

This observational study is examining the patterns of blood thinner (anticoagulant) use in elderly Italian patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (AFib not caused by a heart valve problem) to understand which clinical factors influence prescribing decisions and patient outcomes. **You may be eligible if...** - You have been diagnosed with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (any type: persistent, permanent, or paroxysmal) confirmed by an ECG - You have not previously taken anticoagulant blood thinners for AFib - You are participating at an Italian study site **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have already been on anticoagulant therapy for AFib - You have AFib caused by a heart valve condition - You are unable to give informed consent Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.