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Tag Archives: Atrial Fibrillation
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Xarelto Side Effects More Likely to Result in Death than Warfarin for Afib Patients with Heart Disease: Study
A new study finds warfarin may be safer for atrial fibrillation patients with heart disease than its newer competitor; Xarelto.
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Firefighters Face Heart Problems From Chemical Exposures, Stress: Study
A new study finds that the more fires fought by firefighters, the higher their risk of heart problems, likely due to chemical exposures.
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Study Links Xarelto To Increased Risk of Strokes and Brain Bleeds: Study
New research indicates users of Xarelto face a greater risk of brain bleeds and strokes than those who take Eliquis.
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Eliquis More Effective At Preventing Recurring Blood Clots, Embolism, Than Xarelto: Study
Users of the blood thinner Xarelto had higher risks of recurrent venous thromboembolism and higher risks of bleeding events than those taking Eliquis, according to the findings of a new…
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Fish Oil Supplements Could Increase Risk of Atrial Fibrillation: Study
Fish oil supplements may increase the risk of a heart condition known as atrial fibrillation, which can lead to abnormal heart rhythms, strokes and death, according to the findings of…
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Complications with Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion (LAAO) Devices More Likely Among Women Than Men, FDA Warns
The FDA is warning that a form of heart surgery used to treat atrial fibrillation appears to carry greater health risks for women than men.
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Air Pollution May Increase Heart, Breathing Risks For Elderly, Even at Low Concentrations: Study
The elderly are more susceptible to air pollution than previously believed, according to a new study.
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Aspirin With Blood Thinners Like Xarelto, Eliquis, Led To Increased Bleeding Risks, Few Benefits: Study
A new study warns that combining aspirin with blood thinners like Pradaxa, Xarelto and Eliquis provides few benefits and may increase bleeding risks,
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Digoxin Side Effects May Increase Risk of Death In Patients With Atrial Fibrillation
A new study indicates that digoxin side effects appear to increase the risk of death in atrial fibrillation patients regardless of whether they suffer from heart failure.
