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Optimal long-term antithrombotic management of atrial fibrillation: life cycle management

R Pisters1, A Elvan2, H J G M Crijns3

  • 1Department of Cardiology, Rijnstate Arnhem, Arnhem, The Netherlands.

Netherlands Heart Journal : Monthly Journal of the Netherlands Society of Cardiology and the Netherlands Heart Foundation
|May 4, 2018
PubMed

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Managing atrial fibrillation involves balancing stroke prevention with bleeding risks. This review emphasizes the optimal use of non-vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulants (NOACs) for long-term stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation patients.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Pharmacology
  • Stroke Prevention

Background:

  • Atrial fibrillation management requires balancing antithrombotic therapy to prevent thromboembolism and minimize bleeding.
  • Non-vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulants (NOACs) are now first-line for stroke prevention in non-valvular atrial fibrillation.
  • Suboptimal adoption of previous therapies highlights the need for adequate NOAC utilization.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and address key clinical challenges in the antithrombotic management of atrial fibrillation.
  • To focus on the adequate use of NOACs for long-term stroke prevention.
  • To optimize the antithrombotic life cycle management in atrial fibrillation.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review focusing on antithrombotic management strategies.
  • Analysis of clinical challenges in NOAC therapy for atrial fibrillation.
  • Discussion of optimal antithrombotic life cycle management.

Main Results:

  • NOACs are the preferred first-line therapy for stroke prevention in non-valvular atrial fibrillation.
  • Addressing suboptimal adoption is crucial for effective antithrombotic therapy.
  • Comprehensive management of the antithrombotic life cycle is essential.

Conclusions:

  • Optimal antithrombotic management in atrial fibrillation necessitates a careful balance between efficacy and safety.
  • Effective implementation of NOACs is key to improving stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation.
  • Addressing clinical challenges ensures better long-term outcomes for patients.

Keywords:
AnticoagulationAtrial fibrillationBleeding riskNOACStroke riskVKA

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