Search results for "Atrial fibrillation"
Clinical decision tool may predict benefit of intra-arterial treatment after acute ischemic stroke
The study results indicated that intra-arterial treatment should not be withheld based a single patient characteristic, since individuals in subgroups expected to derive no benefit from treatment could in fact see benefit if they have other favorable characteristics.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/weekly/archives/2017/05/10/3.htm
10 May 2017
In the News
Delayed ICU transfer, updated quality and performance measures for afib, and more.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2016/10/in-the-news.htm
15 Oct 2016
Inpatient mortality from major bleeds lower in patients on DOACs than warfarin
Intracranial hemorrhages, especially subdural hematomas, comprised a higher proportion of major bleeding in patients on warfarin, while those on direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) had a higher proportion of gastrointestinal bleeds.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/weekly/archives/2017/03/08/4.htm
8 Mar 2017
ACC releases decision pathway on bleeding in patients on oral anticoagulants
The pathway covers relevant laboratory tests, acute medical and surgical management, need for reversal, and the appropriateness and timing of restarting anticoagulation.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/weekly/archives/2017/12/06/1.htm
6 Dec 2017
Restarting anticoagulation after intracerebral hemorrhage associated with lower thromboembolic risk
A meta-analysis found that more than a third of patients taking an anticoagulant before an intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) restarted anticoagulation after the ICH, and they had lower rates of thromboembolic events.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/weekly/archives/2017/04/26/3.htm
26 Apr 2017
Comanage orthopedics like a pro
An expert offers her top 10 pearls.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2018/07/comanage-orthopedics-like-a-pro.htm
15 Jul 2018
Vitamin K antagonists provide benefit in elderly patients with afib, study finds
Patients older than 75 who have atrial fibrillation benefited from vitamin K antagonist therapy, although their risks for stroke and bleeding were higher than in younger patients, a recent study found.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/weekly/archives/2014/12/10/3.htm
10 Dec 2014
Test yourself: Heart failure in the elderly
A 73-year-old man is hospitalized for shortness of breath, chest heaviness and weight gain... and other cases.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2007/11/test.htm
15 Nov 2007
Left atrial appendage closure fares better than warfarin for nonvalvular afib
Patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation and elevated stroke risk had better outcomes with mechanical left atrial appendage closure than with warfarin, a study found.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/weekly/archives/2014/11/26/4.htm
26 Nov 2014
New guideline released on periop management of antithrombotic therapy
The American College of Chest Physicians issued 44 recommendations, covering use of vitamin K antagonists, heparin bridging, direct oral anticoagulants, and antiplatelet drugs in patients undergoing surgeries or procedures.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2022/08/17/free/new-guideline-released-on-periop-management-of-antithrombotic-therapy.htm
17 Aug 2022