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Oral antiplatelet and anticoagulant agents in the prevention and management of ischemic stroke.
Abstract Despite numerous advances over the last 50 years, stroke continues to be a leading cause of death and disability worldwide. The treatment and prevention of stroke has undergone extensive study, and significant advances in medical management have occurred within the past decade principally with the development of new classes of orally active anticoagulant drugs. Here we review these recent breakthroughs and the varying roles of anticoagulants and antiplatelet agents in the prevention and management of different ischemic stroke subtypes, as well as describe the benefits and ongoing challenges to incorporati...
Source: Current Pharmaceutical Design - December 20, 2016 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Shrestha S, Coy S, Bekelis K Tags: Curr Pharm Des Source Type: research

Clinical Effects of Dual Antiplatelet Therapy or Aspirin Monotherapy after Acute Minor Ischemic Stroke or Transient Ischemic Attack, a Meta-Analysis
CONCLUSIONS: Among patients with acute minor ischemic stroke or TIA, DAPT, as compared with aspirin monotherapy, might offer better effectiveness in terms of ischemic stroke recurrence at the expense of a higher risk of major bleeding. The trade-off between ischemic benefits and bleeding risks should be assessed in tailoring the therapeutic strategies.PMID:34323179 | DOI:10.2174/1381612827666210728102459
Source: Current Pharmaceutical Design - July 29, 2021 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Francesco Condello Gaetano Liccardo Giuseppe Ferrante Source Type: research

Antiplatelet treatment in stroke: new insights.
CONCLUSIONS: Treatment with an antiplatelet agent is recommended to reduce recurrent stroke and death in patients with a non-cardioembolic ischemic stroke or transient ischemic attack. Moreover, clinicians should carefully assess the pros and cons in each case and individualize the need for prolonged dual antiplatelet therapy. PMID: 27291399 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Current Pharmaceutical Design - June 8, 2016 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Milionis H, Liontos A, Vemmos K, Spengos K Tags: Curr Pharm Des Source Type: research

Antithrombotic therapy in patients with recent stroke and atrial fibrillation.
Abstract Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a common arrhythmia which carries a significant risk of stroke. Secondary prevention, in particular in the acute phase of stroke with anti-thrombotic therapy has not been validated. The aim of this review is to evaluate the available evidence on the use of antithrombotic therapy in patients with recent stroke who have AF, and suggest a treatment algorithm for the various time points, taking into account both the bleeding and thrombosis risks posed at each stage. PMID: 32264805 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Current Pharmaceutical Design - April 6, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Saberwal B, Ioannou A, Lim WY, Beirne AM, Chow AW, Tousoulis D, Ahsan S, Papageorgiou N Tags: Curr Pharm Des Source Type: research

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation versus Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement: Meta-Analysis of Clinical Outcomes and Cost-Effectiveness.
Conclusions The present study demonstrated no significant differences in regards to mortality or stroke between the two therapeutic procedures. However, the cost-effectiveness and long-term efficacy of TAVI may require further investigation. Technological improvement and increased experience may broaden the clinical indication for TAVI for low-intermediate risk patients in the future. PMID: 26891807 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Current Pharmaceutical Design - February 19, 2016 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Cao C, Liou KP, Pathan FK, Virk S, McMonnies R, Wolfenden H, Indraratna P Tags: Curr Pharm Des Source Type: research

Dual or single antiplatelet therapy after transcatheter aortic valve implantation? A systematic review and meta-analysis.
CONCLUSION: DAPT compared to SAPT in patients after TAVI increases incidence of hemorrhagic events with no benefits in terms of thrombotic events and cardiovascular mortality. However, these data must be interpreted cautiously and the choice of DAPT over SAPT must be based on an individual patient characteristic according to medical practice criteria. PMID: 27262328 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Current Pharmaceutical Design - May 31, 2016 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Raut JS, Karuppayil SM, Gazouli M, Vavuranakis M, Siasos G, Zografos T, Oikonomou E, Vrachatis D, Kalogeras K, Papaioannou T, Kolokathis MA, Moldovan C, Tousoulis D Tags: Curr Pharm Des Source Type: research

P2Y12 receptor antagonists: which one to choose? A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Conclusion: Newer P2Y12 receptor antagonists are associated with better cardiovascular outcomes in patients with ACS and/or undergoing PCI. Prasugrel use resulted in higher major bleeding rates and no overall mortality benefit compared with clopidogrel. PMID: 27290917 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Current Pharmaceutical Design - June 7, 2016 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Briasoulis A, Telila T, Palla M, Siasos G, Tousoulis D Tags: Curr Pharm Des Source Type: research

Antithrombotic strategies in patients with atrial fibrillation undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention.
Abstract The optimal strategy of antithrombotic therapy for patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention remains to be a question to be answered. The major challenge in such population is the balance between the benefit of reduced stroke and coronary ischemic events, against the risk of increased bleeding complications. Thus, both thrombotic and bleeding risk assessments should be included into clinical decision-making process for such patients. Currently, there is limited evidence based on randomized trials with adequate power to show the superiority of any strategy in the ...
Source: Current Pharmaceutical Design - December 27, 2017 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Pan D, Ren X, Hu Z Tags: Curr Pharm Des Source Type: research

Efficacy and Safety of Ticagrelor Compared to Clopidogrel in Patients Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: A Meta-Analysis.
CONCLUSION: The TA treatment in the European and American populations is more beneficial and safer than CA treatment. However, although the Asian population has this benefit, the risk of bleeding is significantly increased as well, and care should be taken when choosing antiplatelet drugs. PMID: 32534561 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Current Pharmaceutical Design - June 13, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Wu H, Xiang X, Li D, Shen S, Li X Tags: Curr Pharm Des Source Type: research

Anticoagulant prevention in patients with atrial fibrillation: alternatives to vitamin K antagonists.
Abstract Patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation (AF) and risk factors for stroke need anticoagulation to avoid thromboembolic complications. Vitamin K antagonists (VKAs) are an established pharmacological group the use of which is recommended by guidelines. However, VKAs (like warfarin) have major disadvantages, such as a variable dose-effect relationship, drug and food interactions, the need for regular blood testing and dose titration, and, finally, a substantial risk of bleeding. New oral anticoagulants are intended to replace warfarin, being at least as safe and effective, and lacking some of the disadv...
Source: Current Pharmaceutical Design - December 26, 2012 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Kozlowski D, Budrejko S, Raczak G, Rysz J, Banach M Tags: Curr Pharm Des Source Type: research

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