Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5613857 | Journal of Arrhythmia | 2017 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Our initial analysis of the SAKURA AF Registry data clarified the real-world use of anticoagulants, which includes DOACs and warfarin in Japan. The DOAC users were at a lower risk for stroke than the warfarin users. In 20-30% of DOAC users, the dose was inappropriately reduced.
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Authors
Yasuo Okumura, Katsuaki Yokoyama, Naoya Matsumoto, Eizo Tachibana, Keiichiro Kuronuma, Koji Oiwa, Michiaki Matsumoto, Toshiaki Kojima, Shoji Hanada, Kazumiki Nomoto, Ken Arima, Fumiyuki Takahashi, Tomobumi Kotani, Yukitoshi Ikeya, Seiji Fukushima,