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Focusing on 299 acute atrial fibrillation-related stroke cases, a study assessed the benefits of early administration of apixaban tailored to infarct size in enhancing outcomes. Early initiation of apixaban was associated with favorable outcomes, including reduced stroke progression & early recurrence, without increasing the risk of hemorrhagic transformation. The findings suggested a promising strategy for improving outcomes in these cases.

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Focusing on 299 acute atrial fibrillation-related stroke cases, a study assessed the benefits of early administration of apixaban tailored to infarct size in enhancing outcomes. Early initiation of apixaban was associated with favorable outcomes, including reduced stroke progression & early recurrence, without increasing the risk of hemorrhagic transformation. The findings suggested a promising strategy for improving outcomes in these cases.
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