Journal article
Use of Anticoagulation Therapy in Patients With Perioperative Atrial Fibrillation After Cardiac Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Abstract
Background: Perioperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) after cardiac surgery is associated with an increased risk of stroke. However, the efficacy and safety of using anticoagulation therapy in this population are unknown.
Methods: We performed a systematic review and meta-analysis of studies comparing use of anticoagulation therapy vs no anticoagulation therapy in patients with POAF after cardiac surgery. Outcomes included arterial …
Authors
Wang MK; Heo R; Meyre P; Park L; Blum S; McIntyre WF; Belley-Côté E; Birchenough L; Vuong K; Healey JS
Journal
CJC Open, Vol. 4, No. 10, pp. 840–847
Publisher
Elsevier
Publication Date
10 2022
DOI
10.1016/j.cjco.2022.06.003
ISSN
2589-790X