Missed doses may raise stroke risk even on blood thinners

NCT ID NCT04607070

First seen Mar 01, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 8 times

Summary

This study examined why some people still have ischemic strokes while taking blood thinners called NOACs. Researchers looked at 91 Chinese patients with atrial fibrillation to understand causes and how well they followed their medication plan. The goal was to find preventable factors and improve future care.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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