Effect of addition of clopidogrel to aspirin on subdural hematoma: meta‐analysis of randomized clinical trials

ConclusionsThe absolute rate of subdural hematoma during dual antiplatelet therapy is low, averaging 1·1 per 1000 patient‐years. Chronic treatment with clopidogrel plus aspirin significantly increases the risk of subdural hematoma compared with aspirin alone.

Source: International Journal of Stroke - December 1, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Majid F. Bakheet, Lesly A. Pearce, Robert G. Hart Tags: Research Source Type: research