Jun 22 2011
Connolly SJ, et al. Dabigatran versus warfarin in patients with atrial fibrillation. N Engl J Med 2009; 361:1139-1151
Dabigatran (Pradaxa) is non-inferior to warfarin for the prevention of strokes or systemic embolism, in non-valvular atrial fibrillation.
Permanent link to this article: https://evidencebasedmedicine.com.au/?p=1443
Apr 13 2011
van Boxel OS, et al. Cardiovascular and gastrointestinal outcomes in clopidogrel users on proton pump inhibitors: results of a large Dutch cohort study. Am J Gastroenterol 2010; 105: 2430–6
Concurrent proton pump inhibitors may increase the risk of cardiovascular outcomes in patients taking clopidogrel.
Permanent link to this article: https://evidencebasedmedicine.com.au/?p=1322
Apr 06 2011
Ernst E. Deaths after chiropractic: a review of published cases. Int J Clin Pract, July 2010; 64(8): 1162-5
Chiropractic, specifically, high-velocity, short-lever thrusts of the upper spine with rotation is associated with numerous deaths.
Permanent link to this article: https://evidencebasedmedicine.com.au/?p=1312
Feb 28 2011
Galan P, et al. Effects of B vitamins and omega 3 fatty acids on cardiovascular diseases: a RCT. BMJ 2010; 341:c6273
B-vitamin and low dose omega-3 fatty acid supplements are not associated with better vascular outcomes in people with ischaemic heart disease and stroke.
Permanent link to this article: https://evidencebasedmedicine.com.au/?p=993
Feb 02 2011
Matchar DB, et al. Effect of home testing of INR on clinical events. N Engl J Med 2010;363:1608-20
Home INR self-testing does not appear to improve or worsen strokes, major bleeds or death when compared to high quality practice based management of anticoagulation.
Permanent link to this article: https://evidencebasedmedicine.com.au/?p=282
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