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Interruption of platelets and thrombin function as a new approach against liver fibrosis induced experimentally in rats
In conclusion, activation of coagulation cascade is a triggering stimulus in the initiation of CCl4-induced liver fibrosis and the anticoagulant drugs may exert promising anti-fibrotic effect.Graphical abstract
Source: Life Sciences - June 1, 2019 Category: Biology Source Type: research

Indications, Efficacy and Complications of Kcentra Use in Reversing Coagulopathy
ConclusionsKcentra was used in several off-label clinical settings, with comparable mortality among the coumadin, rivaroxaban and apixaban groups and no identifiable benefit in the setting of cirrhosis, DIC or antiplatelet medications, but with an increased incidence of deep vein thrombosis and stroke.DisclosuresNo relevant conflicts of interest to declare.
Source: Blood - November 21, 2018 Category: Hematology Authors: Sritharan, N., Triulzi, D. Tags: 401. Basic Science and Clinical Practice in Blood Transfusion: Poster III Source Type: research

The risk of lower gastrointestinal bleeding in low ‐dose aspirin users
ConclusionsThe risk of LGIB was higher in low‐dose aspirin users than in aspirin nonusers in this nationwide cohort. Low‐dose aspirin, NSAIDs, steroids, SSRIs, PPIs and H2RAs were independent risk factors for LGIB.
Source: Alimentary Pharmacology and Therapeutics - April 27, 2017 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: W. ‐C. Chen, K.‐H. Lin, Y.‐T. Huang, T.‐J. Tsai, W.‐C. Sun, S.‐K. Chuah, D.‐C. Wu, P.‐I. Hsu Tags: Original Article Source Type: research