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Factors Influencing Oral Anticoagulation Prescription for Patients Presenting to Emergency Departments With Atrial Fibrillation and Flutter
Publication date: June 2018Source: Canadian Journal of Cardiology, Volume 34, Issue 6Author(s): Robert J.H. Miller, Derek S. Chew, Saman Rezazadeh, Sheila Klassen, Payam Pournazari, Eddy Lang, F. Russell QuinnAbstractAtrial fibrillation and atrial flutter (AF/AFL) are associated with an increased risk of stroke and systemic embolism. However, many patients are not started on guideline-recommended oral anticoagulation (OAC). We determined factors associated with initiation of OAC in eligible patients presenting to emergency departments. This retrospective cohort included patients with electrocardiogram (ECG)-documented AF/A...
Source: Canadian Journal of Cardiology - July 5, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Elevated Incidence of Atrial Fibrillation and Stroke in Patients With Atrial Flutter—A Population-Based Study
ConclusionsPatients with isolated atrial flutter develop AF and stroke at a higher rate than the general population. Catheter ablation reduces but does not eliminate future AF incidence and stroke risk and continued anticoagulation after successful atrial flutter ablation might therefore be warranted.RésuméIntroductionOn ignore le risque d’accident vasculaire cérébral (AVC) dû au flutter auriculaire et sa relation avec la progression de la fibrillation auriculaire (FA). La présente étude décrit l’incidence de la FA et de l'AVC chez les patients atteints de flutter auriculaire, et montre si l’ablation du flutt...
Source: Canadian Journal of Cardiology - July 5, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

A clinical decision instrument to predict 30-day death & cardiovascular hospitalizations following an emergency department visit for atrial fibrillation: The atrial fibrillation in the emergency room, part 2 (AFTER2) study
ConclusionsUsing a population-based sample, we derived and validated a tool that predicts the risk of early death and re-hospitalization for a cardiovascular reason in emergency department AF patients. The tool can offer information to managing physicians about the risk of death and re-hospitalization AF patients seen in the in emergency department, as well as identify patient groups for future targeted interventions aimed at preventing these outcomes.Graphical AbstractThe Atrial Fibrillation in the Emergency Room, part 2 (AFTER2) Study
Source: American Heart Journal - July 5, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Stroke Prevention for High-Risk Atrial Fibrillation in the Emergency Setting: Differences Between Canada and the United States
Publication date: July 2018 Source:Canadian Journal of Cardiology, Volume 34, Issue 7 Author(s): Bory Kea, Benjamin C. Sun, David R. Vinson
Source: Canadian Journal of Cardiology - June 27, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Reply to Kea et al.—Stroke Prevention for High-Risk Atrial Fibrillation in the Emergency Setting: Differences Between Canada and the US
Publication date: July 2018 Source:Canadian Journal of Cardiology, Volume 34, Issue 7 Author(s): Clare L. Atzema
Source: Canadian Journal of Cardiology - June 27, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Response to Letter to the Editor re “Elevated Incidence of Atrial Fibrillation and Stroke in Patients with Atrial Flutter – A Population-Based Study”
Publication date: Available online 15 June 2018 Source:Canadian Journal of Cardiology Author(s): Lorne J. Gula, Damian P. Redfearn, Krista B. Jenkyn, Britney Allen, Allan C. Skanes, Peter Leong-Sit, Salimah Z. Shariff
Source: Canadian Journal of Cardiology - June 15, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

A clinical decision instrument to predict 30-day death & amp; cardiovascular hospitalizations following an emergency department visit for atrial fibrillation: The atrial fibrillation in the emergency room, part 2 (AFTER2) study
Conclusions Using a population-based sample, we derived and validated a tool that predicts the risk of early death and re-hospitalization for a cardiovascular reason in emergency department AF patients. The tool can offer information to managing physicians about the risk of death and re-hospitalization AF patients seen in the in emergency department, as well as identify patient groups for future targeted interventions aimed at preventing these outcomes. Graphical abstract
Source: American Heart Journal - June 13, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Establishing Therapeutic Equivalence of Complex Pharmaceuticals: The Case of Dabigatran
Publication date: Available online 5 June 2018 Source:Canadian Journal of Cardiology Author(s): Jeffrey Weitz, Karen M. Earl, Kori Leblanc, William Semchuk, Fakhreddin Jamali Dabigatran is widely used for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation. Dabigatran is no longer patent protected in Canada and 2 generic formulations were recently approved by Health Canada. Branded dabigatran utilizes a complex formulation to maintain the acidic microenvironment required for maximal absorption. Consequently, food does not influence its bioavailability and the efficacy and safety of dabigatran are similar with or without concomitant ...
Source: Canadian Journal of Cardiology - June 6, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Impact of cost on use of non-vitamin K antagonists in atrial fibrillation patients in Ontario, Canada
AbstractCanadian guidelines recommend non vitamin K antagonists (NOACs) in preference to vitamin K antagonists (VKAs) for stroke prevention in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF), but NOACs are more expensive than VKAs. Canada has a universal healthcare system that covers the cost of NOACs for select patient groups. Ability to pay for NOACs may influence their use. We reviewed medical charts of Hamilton General Hospital outpatients under the age of 65 with a new diagnosis of AF who were referred for initiation of OAC therapy. We contacted these patients by phone and asked them to complete a questionnaire regarding their...
Source: Journal of Thrombosis and Thrombolysis - June 5, 2018 Category: Hematology Source Type: research

Factors Influencing Oral Anticoagulation Prescription for Patients Presenting to Emergency Departments With Atrial Fibrillation and Flutter
Publication date: June 2018 Source:Canadian Journal of Cardiology, Volume 34, Issue 6 Author(s): Robert J.H. Miller, Derek S. Chew, Saman Rezazadeh, Sheila Klassen, Payam Pournazari, Eddy Lang, F. Russell Quinn Atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter (AF/AFL) are associated with an increased risk of stroke and systemic embolism. However, many patients are not started on guideline-recommended oral anticoagulation (OAC). We determined factors associated with initiation of OAC in eligible patients presenting to emergency departments. This retrospective cohort included patients with electrocardiogram (ECG)-documented AF/AFL pr...
Source: Canadian Journal of Cardiology - May 26, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Atrial Fibrillation and Injected Aripiprazole: A Case Report
Conclusion In summary, although it is not possible to exclude confounding factors, the timing and dose-dependent effect of aripiprazole administration in our patient suggests an association between an initial intramuscular injection of long-acting aripiprazole and new onset of AF. This observation calls for clinical vigilance, not only in patients with additional risk factors for stroke but also in younger patients who might have predisposing factors for arrhythmias. References CPS (Canadian Pharmacists Association). Available at: http://www.e-therapeutics.ca. Accessed January 1, 2017. Polcwiartek C, Sneider B, Graff C,...
Source: Innovations in Clinical Neuroscience - May 1, 2018 Category: Neuroscience Authors: ICNS Online Editor Tags: Case Report Current Issue adverse effects aripiprazole atrial fibrillation schizoaffective disorder Source Type: research

Variability In NOAC Dose Adjustment In Atrial Fibrillation Patients With Renal Dysfunction: The Influence Of Renal Function Estimation Formulae
Conclusion MDRD and CKD-EPI eGFR fails to correctly identify a significant proportion of patients that require NOAC dose adjustment, limiting their clinical utility. Cockcroft-Gault eCrCl should be calculated for all patients in whom a NOAC is being prescribed. Teaser While glomerular filtration rate is the most common estimates of renal function employed in practice the landmark stroke prevention trials use of the Cockcroft-Gault creatinine clearance equation to determine drug eligibility and dose adjustment. In a large cohort of patients with non-dialysis dependent chronic kidney disease and atrial fibrillation the use o...
Source: Canadian Journal of Cardiology - April 26, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

A Review of the Use of Direct Oral Anticoagulant Use in Orthotopic Heart Transplantation Recipients
Over 60 years ago, the vitamin K antagonist (VKA) warfarin was approved and remained the only oral anticoagulation agent until recently [1]. Currently, within North America and Europe there are four DOACs available. Dabigatran, first approved in Europe and Canada in 2008, then in the United States of America in 2010, followed by rivaroxaban, apixaban, and most recently edoxaban. The introduction of direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) has been a major advancement and these agents are the preferred to VKAs for many indications [2 –5], including stroke prevention in nonvalvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF), acute treatment and...
Source: Transplantation Reviews - April 16, 2018 Category: Transplant Surgery Authors: Rosaleen Boswell, Glen J. Pearson Tags: Review article Source Type: research

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