Effect of New Oral Anticoagulants on Prescribing Practices for Atrial Fibrillation in Older Adults

ConclusionPrescription of anticoagulants for AF increased in older adults primarily because of an increase in the use of NOACs. Nonetheless, fewer than 45% of participants were prescribed an anticoagulant. Additional research is needed to optimize prescribing practices for older adults with AF.

Source: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society - August 21, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Raymond B. Fohtung, Eric Novak, Michael W. Rich Tags: Clinical Investigation Source Type: research