Safety and Use of Anticoagulation After Aortic Valve Replacement With Bioprostheses: A Meta-Analysis [Original Articles]
Conclusions—
Contrary to the current guidelines, a meta-analysis of previous studies suggests that anticoagulation in the setting of an aortic bioprosthesis significantly increases bleeding risk without a favorable effect on thromboembolic events. Larger, randomized controlled studies should be performed to further guide this clinical practice.
Source: Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes - Category: Cardiology Authors: Riaz, H., Alansari, S. A. R., Khan, M. S., Riaz, T., Raza, S., Luni, F. K., Khan, A. R., Riaz, I. B., Krasuski, R. A. Tags: Anticoagulants, Aortic Valve Replacement/Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation Original Articles Source Type: research
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