Short-term antithrombotic strategies after left atrial appendage occlusion: a systematic review and network meta-analysis

Conclusion: No significant difference was found among patients receiving DAPT, DOACs, and VKA in terms of stroke, DRT, and major bleeding events after LAAO. The SUCRA indicated that DAPT was ranked the worst among all antithrombotic strategies due to the higher risk of stroke, DRT, and major bleeding events, while VKAs were ranked the preferred antithrombotic strategy. However, DOACs are worthy of consideration due to their advantage of convenience.
Source: Frontiers in Pharmacology - Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research