Showing posts with label atrial fibrillation. Show all posts
Showing posts with label atrial fibrillation. Show all posts

Thursday, May 5, 2016

Dementia Risk Increases With The Use of Warfarin!

Atrial fibrillation is a relatively common condition, and - because of the aging population - it is becoming more common. This rise is mirrored by elevated usage of the blood-thinning drug, warfarin. The drug has saved countless lives, but new research shows a hidden danger - an increased risk of dementia in atrial fibrillation patients.


 Warfarin use for atrial fibrillation increases dementia risk. Tim Newman. Medical News Today. May 52016. http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/309891.php?utm_campaign=trueAnthem:+Trending+Content&utm_content=572af1ca04d3011a0e74cc2f&utm_medium=trueAnthem&utm_source=facebook