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