Anticoagulation in Atrial Fibrillation
Abstract
Key Points
DOACs are preferred . Guidelines recommend risk stratification . Monitoring is required .
Johnson M. DOAC vs warfarin. NEJM. 2021.
Patel R. Stroke prevention MA. Lancet. 2020.
Kim S. Bleeding risk. Chest. 2022.
ESC. ESC AF Guidelines. Eur Heart J. 2024.
Andersen L. AF management survey. Europace. 2023.
Related evidence articles
Wim Hof Method and Long COVID: Evidence Review
Current European and international guidelines do not recommend the Wim Hof Method or similar breathing techniques as evidence-based interventions for Long COVID. Existing guidelines emphasize vaccination, multidisciplinary rehabilitation, and symptom management, with no validated complementary therapies identified. High-quality clinical trials specifically evaluating the Wim Hof Method in Long COVID populations are lacking.
Beta-Blockers in Heart Failure
Beta-blockers improve outcomes in HFrEF.
Dietary Interventions for Hypertension
DASH diet and sodium reduction lower BP.
Was this article helpful?