Risk of Stroke and Bleeding in Atrial Fibrillation Treated with Apixaban Compared with Warfarin

ConclusionIn NVAF patients of all ages initiating either apixaban or warfarin for stroke prevention in the Sentinel System, apixaban was associated with a decreased risk of GI bleeding, ICH, and ischemic stroke compared with warfarin. Among patients less than 65  years of age, apixaban use was associated with a decreased risk of GI bleeding and ischemic stroke.
Source: Journal of General Internal Medicine - Category: Internal Medicine Source Type: research