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I understand that warfarin reduces the risk of a heart attack and ischaemic stroke. but does it significantly increase the risk of a cerebral hemorrhage?

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Dr. Klaus d Lessnau answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

Yes: close follow up with expert doc is important.

Answered 1/10/2018

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Yes: Assuming the person has atrial fibrillation, the benefit of fewer strokes exceeds the risk of cerebral bleeding. There is an alternative which is to close the left atrial appendage where clots form, so anticoagulation is no longer needed. This is done through a devise inserted through the groin. Aspirin 81mg also reduces stroke risk with low risk of bleeding. STATIN is very beneficial with no blee

Answered 1/27/2021

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