Antithrombotic alternatives for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation: critical differences and remaining questions

James S Kalus

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Case Report

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Apixaban, dabigatran and rivaroxaban all have advantages over warfarin for stroke prophylaxis in patients with atrial fibrillation. In this article the author discusses the effect of organ dysfunction on drug disposition, drug–drug interaction potential, and other patient-centered factors to consider when selecting the right antithrombotic therapy for the patient.

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