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Heart attacks more likely to be fatal in women and rates are rising

A recent study found that the heart attack rate is increasing in younger women and that fatalities for this gender are more common compared to men.

22 Feb 2019

Novostia raises CHF 6.5 million to advance its aortic, mitral heart valve to clinical trials

Novostia announces that it raised CHF 6.5 million from private investors to advance its disruptive aortic and mitral heart valve to clinical trials.

22 Feb 2019

Drug that reverses blood thinning effects stops acute life-threatening bleeding

A drug that reverses the blood thinning effects of factor Xa inhibitors effectively stopped acute life-threatening bleeding in patients taking a factor Xa inhibitor blood thinner drug, according to late breaking science presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2019, a world premier meeting for researchers and clinicians dedicated to the science and treatment of cerebrovascular disease.

8 Feb 2019

First therapy indicated for treating adults with rare blood clotting disorder receives FDA approval

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Cablivi (caplacizumab-yhdp) injection, the first therapy specifically indicated, in combination with plasma exchange and immunosuppressive therapy, for the treatment of adult patients with acquired thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (aTTP), a rare and life-threatening disorder that causes blood clotting.

7 Feb 2019

Patients taking anti-depressants more likely to develop gastrointestinal bleeding

Patients taking anti-depressant medications classified as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors are 40 percent more likely to develop severe gastrointestinal bleeding, particularly when they also use common over-the-counter pain relievers, according to a research review in the Journal of the American Osteopathic Association.

31 Jan 2019

SIESTA project reduces sleep interruptions in hospitalized patients

Selective tinkering with the medical center's electronic health records (EHR) system, plus a 20-minute presentation to doctors and nurses on the consequences of in-hospital sleep deprivation, was able to change the behavior of caregivers in ways that allowed more patients to sleep undisturbed through the night.

8 Jan 2019

Biomarkers identified that could predict the risk of stroke

Researchers have successfully developed two biomarkers that could help predict the risk of a heart condition and stroke.

7 Jan 2019

Newly discovered biomarkers can help identify heart condition in patients who have three 'clinical risks'

Researchers at the University of Birmingham have found two biomarkers that could be used to identify a heart condition known as atrial fibrillation in patients who have three 'clinical risks'.

7 Jan 2019

Proton pump inhibitors in combination with oral anticoagulants reduce GI bleeding risk

A Vanderbilt University Medical Centerstudy published today in JAMA shows that patients already at higher risk for gastrointestinal bleeding gain a marked protection from this risk when they take a proton pump inhibitor in combination with an oral anticoagulant.

4 Dec 2018

Study finds omitted medicine to be the most common medication administration errors

Medication administration errors leading to death are common with anticoagulants and antibiotics in particular, according to a new study that analyzed incidents reported in England and Wales.

4 Dec 2018

Oral drug used to treat blood clots in cancer patients appears to be safe and effective

Mayo Clinic researchers have found that an oral drug, apixaban, used to treat blood clots in patients undergoing cancer therapy, is safe and effective.

4 Dec 2018

Study: Racial disparities found in oral anticoagulant use

Black patients with atrial fibrillation are significantly less likely to receive oral anticoagulants--particularly newer, more effective versions--than white and Hispanic patients, according to a new study published today in JAMA Cardiology.

28 Nov 2018

Researchers discover new biosynthetic pathway to antibiotics using gene editing

Scientists have discovered a new chemical process - also known as a biosynthetic pathway - in bacteria which could lead to a new generation of antibiotics being produced and manufactured.

26 Nov 2018

FDA announces emergency use authorization of Ebola fingerstick test with portable reader

Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced that an emergency use authorization has been issued for a rapid, single-use test for the detection of Ebola virus.

12 Nov 2018

New thrombolytic based on magnetite nanoparticles successfully tested on animals

New anti-thrombosis drug based on magnetite nanoparticles developed at ITMO University was successfully tested on animals. Preclinical studies conducted in terms of the project "PHARMA 2020" showed drug's high efficacy and no side effects.

9 Nov 2018

Experts identify barriers to using stroke-preventing anticoagulants in Canada

International guidelines recommend direct oral anticoagulants over warfarin to prevent stroke for most patients with atrial fibrillation.

5 Nov 2018

Releasing Control from Practitioner to Patient Through Technology

An interview with Sarah Fairburn, discussing the NHS and how LumiraDx were able to change the model of care for anticoagulants through the engage app.

From LumiraDx Limited 29 Oct 2018

Common antibodies associated with myocardial infarction

Levels of antiphospholipid antibodies, which are associated with rheumatic diseases, are also elevated in myocardial infarction without any autoimmune co-morbidity, a study from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden published in The Annals of Internal Medicine reports.

23 Oct 2018

Aspirin may be effective in preventing blood clots after knee replacement

When it comes to preventing blood clots after a knee replacement, good old aspirin may be just as effective as newer, more expensive drugs.

22 Oct 2018

Diagnosing Atrial Fibrillation in 30 Seconds

An interview with Glyn Barnes, Marketing Director for AliveCor, about Kardia Mobile and the Kardia Band, the FDA approved devices which can provide a diagnostic quality ECG reading in 30 seconds.

From AliveCor, Inc. 11 Oct 2018

Anticoagulant News and Research

Heart attacks more likely to be fatal in women and rates are rising

Novostia raises CHF 6.5 million to advance its aortic, mitral heart valve to clinical trials

Drug that reverses blood thinning effects stops acute life-threatening bleeding

First therapy indicated for treating adults with rare blood clotting disorder receives FDA approval

Patients taking anti-depressants more likely to develop gastrointestinal bleeding

SIESTA project reduces sleep interruptions in hospitalized patients

Biomarkers identified that could predict the risk of stroke

Newly discovered biomarkers can help identify heart condition in patients who have three 'clinical risks'

Proton pump inhibitors in combination with oral anticoagulants reduce GI bleeding risk

Study finds omitted medicine to be the most common medication administration errors

Oral drug used to treat blood clots in cancer patients appears to be safe and effective

Study: Racial disparities found in oral anticoagulant use

Researchers discover new biosynthetic pathway to antibiotics using gene editing

FDA announces emergency use authorization of Ebola fingerstick test with portable reader

New thrombolytic based on magnetite nanoparticles successfully tested on animals

Experts identify barriers to using stroke-preventing anticoagulants in Canada

Releasing Control from Practitioner to Patient Through Technology

Common antibodies associated with myocardial infarction

Aspirin may be effective in preventing blood clots after knee replacement

Diagnosing Atrial Fibrillation in 30 Seconds

Sensing a Healthier Future

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

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