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Should Atrial Fibrillation Patients with only 1 Nongender-Related CHA2DS2-VASc Risk Factor Be Anticoagulated?
Stroke 47:1831-1836, Fauchier, L.,et al, 2016
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Article Abstract
Among AF patients with 1 NGR stroke risk factor (ie, CHA2DS2-VASc 1 in males or 2 in females), OAC use as indicated according to the guidelines was associated with a positive net clinical benefit for the prevention of stroke and thromboembolic events.
 
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