Thrombosis
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Computerized systems reduce risk of VTE, analysis suggests
The use of computerized clinical decision support systems can reduce the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) among surgical patients, according...
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Death risks associated with long-term DAPT
A new analysis suggests that patients who receive dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) for at least 1 year after coronary stenting are more likely to...
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‘Inadequate’ anticoagulation found in AFib patients with stroke
A large study has revealed an association between stroke and “inadequate” anticoagulation among patients with atrial fibrillation. More than 80%...
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Stroke in AF patients often preceded by inadequate anticoagulation
More than four of five patients with atrial fibrillation who had an ischemic stroke were not taking adequate anticoagulation beforehand.
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Ticagrelor improves platelet reactivity, but not clinical outcomes, in Chinese stroke patients
HOUSTON – An interim analysis of the PRINCE trial showed better platelet reactivity with ticagrelor plus aspirin in Chinese stroke patients, but...
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Long-term safety, efficacy of hemophilia B therapy
Interim results from the B-YOND trial suggest prophylactic treatment with a recombinant factor IX Fc fusion protein (rFIXFc) can provide long-term...
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Hemophilia B therapy granted access to PRIME program
SPK-9001, an investigational therapy intended to treat hemophilia B, has been granted access to the European Medicines Agency’s (EMA) PRIority...
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FDA approves new unit for clot-dissolving device
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted 510(k) clearance for the EKOS® Control Unit 4.0, a new unit that can control the EKOS®...
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Antithrombotic drugs may raise risk of subdural hematoma
Use of antithrombotic drugs is associated with a higher risk of subdural hematoma, according to a case-control study of more than 400,000...
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Hemophilia repository open to US scientists
A new resource has been made available for US-based scientists studying hemophilia A and B. The resource—known as the My Life, Our Future...
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Recent increase in subdural hematoma may be linked to antithrombotics
Has the more widespread use of antithrombotic medication resulted in more cases of subdural hemotoma?