Figure 3. Cardiovascular disease disparities in American Indian
populations.
This figure highlights the complex interplay of factors contributing to
increased cardiovascular disease incidence among American Indians.
Factors such as systemic marginalization, inadequate healthcare
resources, and heightened susceptibility to atrial fibrillation (AF) and
AF-related strokes are depicted. Despite these challenges, American
Indians exhibit lower rates of participation and recruitment in clinical
trials, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions and improved
access to healthcare within this demographic. AF = atrial fibrillation.
Reprinted from Sanchez et al. with permission.34