Easy to Use Blood Thinners Drive Surge in Afib Treatment (IMAGE)

Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan

Easy to Use Blood Thinners Drive Surge in Afib Treatment

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Popular new blood thinners may be behind a surge in doctor visits to treat an irregular heartbeat, according to a new study from the University of Michigan Cardiovascular Center. The medicines are heavily advertised as easy-to-use and the most prescribed one is Xarelto®.

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