Novel oral anticoagulants for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation: results of the European Heart Rhythm Association survey.

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Novel oral anticoagulants for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation: results of the European Heart Rhythm Association survey.

Europace. 2013 Oct;15(10):1526-32

Authors: Lip GY, Bongiorni MG, Dobreanu D, Lewalter T, Hastrup Svendsen J, Blomström-Lundqvist C, Scientific Initiative Committee, European Heart Rhythm Association

Abstract
The purpose of this European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA) survey was to assess clinical practice in relation to stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation (AF), particularly into the use of novel oral anticoagulants (NOACs) for stroke prevention, among members of the EHRA electrophysiology (EP) research network. In this EP Wire survey, we have provided some insights into current practice in Europe for the use of NOACs for stroke prevention in AF. There were clear practice differences evident, and also the need for greater adherence to the guidelines, especially since guideline adherent management results in better outcomes in AF.

PMID: 24072770 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

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