CHA2DS2-VASc Predicts Stroke, Thromboembolic Risk in Heart Failure
CHA2DS2-VASc score was associated with risk of ischemic stroke, thromboembolism, and death in patients with incident heart failure.
CHA2DS2-VASc score was associated with risk of ischemic stroke, thromboembolism, and death in patients with incident heart failure.
Those receiving triple therapy had a higher risk of major bleeding.
NOACs are prescribed to patients with lower stroke risk compared to those prescribed Warfarin.
The researchers determined that depressed left atrial reservoir function may be a sign of stroke risk.
Untreated men and women with a CHA2DS2-VASc score of 1 and 2, respectively, have two times the stroke risk and three times the death risk.
The agency is also mandating that manufacturers conduct a clinical trial to study the increased risk of stroke and heart attack.
Over 90% of patients with afib would be recommended for anticoagulation therapy under the 2014 guidelines.
Another recent study linked high coffee consumption with a lower risk of multiple sclerosis.
Even without the presence of atrial fibrillation, left atrial abnormalities increase the risk of vascular brain injury.