Antithrombotic Therapy Raises Bleeding Odds in BPH Surgery, Especially with Enucleation
Antithrombotic medications linked to higher bleeding risks during prostate surgery
This meta-analysis of 6091 patients undergoing endoscopic BPH surgery found that continued antiplatelet or anticoagulant therapy was associa…
Patients taking blood thinners for prostate surgery may face higher risks of bleeding complications, especially during specific surgical tec…
Narrative review examines left atrial appendage closure for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation
The Tiny Ear-Shaped Pouch in Your Heart That Could Cause a Stroke
This narrative review evaluates left atrial appendage (LAA) closure as an alternative to warfarin, aspirin, or DOAC therapy for adults with …
A small heart implant seals off a stroke-risk pouch for atrial fibrillation patients who can't safely take blood thinners, with success rate…