Preventing bleeding and thromboembolic complications in atrial fibrillation patients undergoing surgery
Neurologists feel uneasy when asked about temporary anticoagulant interruption for surgery in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF). Rational decisions can be made based on current scientific evidence. Method Critical review of international guidelines and selected references pertaining to bleeding...
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| Language: | English |
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Academia Brasileira de Neurologia (ABNEURO)
2015-08-01
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| Series: | Arquivos de Neuro-Psiquiatria |
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| Online Access: | http://www.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0004-282X2015000800704&lng=en&tlng=en |