1. For obese patients with minor stroke or transient ischemic attacks (TIA), subsequent therapy with ticagrelor-acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) was associated with lower risk of subsequent stroke compared to clopidogrel-ASA. 2. This difference in risk reduction was not observed in nonobese patients. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) The treatment of patients with minor ischemic stroke and
Results following implementation of a cardiac surgery ERAS protocol 1. Postoperative enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols for cardiac surgeries were found to improve outcomes such as decreasing the length of stay (LOS) and incidences of postoperative infections. 2. There was a significantly reduced 30-day mortality for patients who underwent open aortic surgeries after the
Efficacy and Safety of Rivaroxaban for Postoperative Thromboprophylaxis in Patients After Bariatric Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial 1. Rivaroxaban is safe and effective for venous thromboembolism (VTE) prophylaxis post-bariatric surgery. 2. Similar efficacy and safety profiles were observed with 10 mg rivaroxaban daily for either 7 or 28 days. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Individuals