Warfarin in Afib Patients Risk of Dementia
Warfarin Associated with Higher Rates of Dementia in Afib Patients. A study found that patients with atrial fibrillation, an abnormal heart rhythm that increases the risk for a blood clot, had a higher risk of dementia when taking the blood thinner warfarin compared to patients who do not have atrial fibrillation. Data was gathered … [Read more...] about Warfarin in Afib Patients Risk of Dementia
Study Warns of Dangers of Off-Label Use of Suturing Device in Patients with Atrial Fibrillation
According to a report published online this week in JAMA Internal Medicine, off-label use of a suturing device in patients with atrial fibrillation is potentially dangerous to the patients. A group of cardiology researchers from around the country conducted a systematic review of studies found through searches of PubMed, EMBASE, … [Read more...] about Study Warns of Dangers of Off-Label Use of Suturing Device in Patients with Atrial Fibrillation
Xarelto Mass Tort Organized in Philadelphia
Administrative Judge Kevin Dougherty of the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas ordered the creation of a mass tort, transferring roughly 75 cases involving the blood thinner Xarelto to the court's Complex Litigation Center. The lawsuits are filed against Johnson & Johnson subsidiary Janssen Pharmaceuticals and Bayer HealthCare … [Read more...] about Xarelto Mass Tort Organized in Philadelphia
Multaq Losing Favor
Multaq Safety Concerns. Multaq is coming under increasing scrutiny in both the U.S. and Europe as concerns about its safety and effectiveness continue to mount. At the same time, many doctors appear to be backing away from Multaq because of safety concerns. Multaq is approved to treat temporary atrial fibrillation. In … [Read more...] about Multaq Losing Favor
