Comparison of the Direct Oral Anticoagulants and Warfarin in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation and Valvular Heart Disease: Updated Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Background: Direct oral anticoagulants (DOACS) are approved for use in non-valvular atrial fibrillation (AF). This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of DOACs vs. warfarin and update the evidence for treatment of AF and valvular heart disease (VHD).Methods:...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Frontiers Media S.A.
2021-09-01
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Series: | Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine |
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Online Access: | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fcvm.2021.712585/full |