Publications by authors named "Mairead Cullen"
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to determine the effectiveness and safety of starting direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) early versus delayed in patients with acute ischaemic stroke and atrial fibrillation.
- Conducted as a multicenter, randomized controlled trial across 100 UK hospitals, 3,648 patients were initially assigned to either early initiation (within 4 days) or delayed initiation (7-14 days) of anticoagulation.
- The primary outcome measured was the incidence of complications like recurrent stroke or bleeding within 90 days, with results being analyzed by an independent committee to ensure objectivity.
