Bleeding versus thromboembolic protection in atrial fibrillation and coronary stent procedures.

Five to 8% of people undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) also have atrial fibrillation (AF).  The optimal antiplatelet / anticoagulant regimen in these individuals remains unclear as stroke and stent thrombosis prevention need to be balanced against the risks of major bleeding.  The PIONEER AF-PCI trial (Open-Label, Randomized, Controlled, Multicenter Study Exploring Two Treatment Strategies […]

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