Plasma fibrin D-dimer and the risk of left atrial thrombus: A systematic review and meta-analysis
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0172272
Abstract: Background Plasma fibrin d-dimer has been taken as a marker for thrombus. The aim of this study was to evaluate the relationship between d-dimer (DD) levels and left atrial spontaneous echo contrast (SEC)/left atrial thrombus… read more here.
Keywords: sec lat; left atrial; plasma fibrin; dimer ... See more keywords
Are Three Weeks of Oral Anticoagulation Sufficient for Safe Cardioversion in Atrial Fibrillation?
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DOI: 10.3390/medicina57060554
Abstract: Background and Objectives: Patients with atrial fibrillation (AF), lasting >48 h, considered for cardioversion, are recommended ≥3 weeks of oral anticoagulation before sinus rhythm restoration because of high risk of development of left atrial thrombosis… read more here.
Keywords: atrial fibrillation; anticoagulation; weeks oral; sec lat ... See more keywords