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Pat.with dm and ht present with ischemic cva(> 1/3 mca distribution) ecg show af. when we start anticoagulant?

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Dr. Boris Aronzon answered

Good question: There is multitude of factors affecting anticoagulant therapy, patient's current physicians will analyze these factors and they should make the decision. Good luck.

Dr Hutchman and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/30/2013

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A member asked:

Pat.with dm and ht present with ischemic cva(> 1/3 mca distribution) ecg show af. when we start anticoagulant?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Boris Aronzon answered

Dr Hutchman and another doctor agreed

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