SMJ articles in the category "antithrombotic therapy"

Review Article

Evolving Approaches to Antithrombotics in Stroke Prevention and Treatment

The optimization of antithrombotic therapy for acute stroke treatment and secondary prevention is an evolving process based on an increasing array of studies that provide an evidence-based approach. Options have increased dramatically with the release of the non–vitamin K oral anticoagulants and with the results of recent randomized clinical trials…

Posted in: antithrombotic therapy 2 Prevention 18

Original Article

Antithrombotic Therapy Practices in Older Adults Residing in the Long-Term Care Setting

Objectives: To explore physician practice patterns with regard to antithrombotic therapy, including antiplatelets and anticoagulants, in long-term care residents and compare resulting embolic complications. Methods: Conducted between August 2012 and March 2013, this study was a retrospective chart review of 400 residents of a long-term care facility. Electronic charts from…

Posted in: antithrombotic therapy 2 older adults 13
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