Prevention of thromboembolic complication in atrial fibrillation by using anticoagulants.
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INTRODUCTION Atrial fibrillation is the most common type of arrhythmia in adults. Atrial fibrillation occurs as paroxysms or may become established as permanent condition. Patients with atrial fibrillation are at increased risk for thromboembolic disease. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES To study effectiveness of Warfarin in reducing Stroke incidence in patients of Atrial Fibrillation. MATERIAL AND METHODS This hospital based case study was performed on 50 patients in Dr DY Patil Medical College and Research Centre from October 2009 to September 2011. RESULTS Out of 50, 10 patients developed stroke which were not on Warfarin and 32 patients didn't develop stroke who were on warfarin. CONCLUSION Warfarin significantly reduces incidence of stroke in AF patients.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- The Journal of the Association of Physicians of India
دوره 61 12 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2013