Tag: stroke risk
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Stopping DOACs After Successful AF Ablation: OCEAN Trial Feasible in Low-Risk Patients
Overview: Rethinking Anticoagulation After AF Ablation New data from the OCEAN trial suggest that stopping direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) after a successful atrial fibrillation (AF) ablation may be feasible for low-risk patients. This challenges the long-standing practice of continuing anticoagulation based solely on prior AF history and CHADS2‑VASc scoring, and invites clinicians to re-evaluate individual…
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Echocardiographic Hemodynamics Reveal DOAC-Specific Bleeding and Stroke Differences in Non-Valvular Afib
Background: DOACs, NVAF, and the bleeding-stroke balance Atrial fibrillation (AF) and atrial flutter (AFL) elevate stroke risk, driving the widespread use of oral anticoagulants. Direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs)—apixaban, rivaroxaban, dabigatran, and edoxaban—offer non-inferiority to warfarin with distinct bleeding profiles. In real-world practice, apixaban often shows the lowest overall bleeding, particularly GI bleeding, while rivaroxaban and…
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Hidden Fat Inside the Abdomen and Liver May Damage Arteries: A New Wake-Up Call
Hidden fat linked to artery damage challenges BMI as a sole obesity metric A landmark study led by researchers at McMaster University reveals that hidden fat stored deep within the abdomen and in the liver may quietly harm arteries — even in people who appear healthy. Published in Communications Medicine on October 17, 2025, the…
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Beauty Parlor Stroke Syndrome: Could Your Salon Hair Wash Be A Hidden Stroke Risk?
What is Beauty Parlor Stroke Syndrome? Beauty Parlor Stroke Syndrome (BPSS) is a rare neurological event linked to the way some people position their head during a salon shampoo. The syndrome occurs when the neck is hyperextended over a shampoo bowl, which can compress or even tear the vertebral arteries that supply blood to the…
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Beauty Parlor Stroke Syndrome: Salon Neck Extension Risks
What is Beauty Parlor Stroke Syndrome? Beauty Parlor Stroke Syndrome (BPSS) is a rare but potentially serious condition that can arise during routine salon hair washes. The syndrome occurs when the neck is hyperextended over a shampoo bowl. This position can compress or tear the vertebral arteries in the neck, which supply blood to the…