| Literature DB >> 22675797 |
Abstract
Ischemic stroke is arguably the most feared complication of atrial fibrillation. While warfarin has been the most effective pharmacologic treatment for stroke prevention in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation, several limitations have led to its underutilization. Recently, dabigatran (Pradaxa), a new oral anticoagulant with several potential advantages over warfarin (Coumadin), became available for use in the United States for prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patient with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation.Entities:
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Year: 2012 PMID: 22675797 PMCID: PMC6181744
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Mo Med ISSN: 0026-6620