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Aspirin still overprescribed for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation

11.02.20142414

According to recently published research, aspirin is still overprescribed for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation despite the potential for dangerous side effects.

Women Get Their Own Stroke Guideline

10.02.20143166

New guidance from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association focuses on stroke prevention specifically in women, who have a risk profile that differs from that of men.

ESC Congress 2014 - Abstract submission deadline

07.02.20142815

It is not very long till abstract submission deadline – February 14, and we believe that we all should liven up this work.

Taking Statins to Lower Cholesterol? New Guidelines Provide Opportunity to Discuss Options with Your Doctor

07.02.20142605

Shared decision-making is a collaborative process that allows patients and their clinicians to make health care decisions together, taking into account the best scientific evidence available, as well as the patient’s values and preferences.

Use of secondary prevention pharmacotherapy after first myocardial infarction in patients with diabetes mellitus

06.02.20141824

Despite recommended pharmacotherapies the use of secondary prevention therapy after myocardial infarction (MI) remains suboptimal.

Effect of Hyperthyroidism on the Hypercoagulable State and Thromboembolic Events in Patients with Atrial Fibrillation

05.02.20141846

To clarify whether hyperthyroidism (HT) itself confers an additional effect on the hypercoagulable state and the risk of ischemic stroke among patients with hyperthyroid atrial fibrillation.

Cognitive Function and Brain Structure in Persons With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus After Intensive Lowering of Blood Pressure and Lipid Levels

04.02.20141742

Persons with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) are at increased risk for decline in cognitive function, reduced brain volume, and increased white matter lesions in the brain.