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Endovascular thrombectomy and left atrial appendage evaluation for recurrent cerebral embolism case with atrial fibrillation early after administration of intravenous tissue plasminogen activator
ConclusionsAttention should be paid to ischemic stroke recurrence as a complication of IV t-PA, and preparation for mechanical thrombectomy is warranted. Further study of the left atrial appendage is needed to clarify the mechanisms of onset.
Source: Interdisciplinary Neurosurgery - November 9, 2019 Category: Neurosurgery Source Type: research

Spontaneous Cerebellar Hemorrhage in a Patient Taking Apixaban
Conclusions Recent FDA approval of several novel oral anticoagulants for use in patients with atrial fibrillation has resulted in a significant number of patients formerly treated with warfarin being switched to these newer agents. There remains a lack of clear guidelines for the management of hemorrhagic complications. This case report describes one management strategy and highlights the paucity of current evidence to support critical clinical decisions.
Source: Interdisciplinary Neurosurgery - December 24, 2014 Category: Neurosurgery Source Type: research