Withdrawal of Antithrombotic Agents and the Risk of Stroke

Antithrombotic medications are effective for ischemic stroke prevention, but stoppage of these medications is associated with an increased risk of thromboembolism. The frequency of antithrombotic withdrawal in the general population is unknown.

Source: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases - January 28, 2016 Category: Neurology Authors: Monica L. Wagner, Jane C. Khoury, Kathleen Alwell, Eric Rademacher, Daniel Woo, Matthew L. Flaherty, Aaron M. Anderson, Opeolu Adeoye, Simona Ferioli, Brett M. Kissela, Dawn Kleindorfer, Joseph P. Broderick Source Type: research