Background:: Recent studies have shown fondaparinux's superiority over enoxaparin in patients with non-ST elevation acute coronary syndrome (ACS), especially in relation to bleeding reduction. The description of this finding in a Brazilian registry has not yet been documented.

Objective:: To compare fondaparinux versus enoxaparin in in-hospital prognosis of non-ST elevation ACS.

Methods:: Multicenter retrospective observational study. A total of 2,282 patients were included (335 in the fondaparinux group, and 1,947 in the enoxaparin group) between May 2010 and May 2015. Demographic, medication intake and chosen coronary treatment data were obtained. Primary outcome was mortality from all causes. Secondary outcome was combined events (cardiogenic shock, reinfarction, death, stroke and bleeding). Comparison between the groups were done through Chi-Square test and T test. Multivariate analysis was done through logistic regression, with significance values defined as p < 0.05.

Results:: With regards to treatment, we observed the performance of a percutaneous coronary intervention in 40.2% in the fondaparinux group, and in 35.1% in the enoxaparin group (p = 0.13). In the multivariate analysis, we observed significant differences between fondaparinux and enoxaparin groups in relation to combined events (13.8% vs. 22%. OR = 2.93, p = 0.007) and bleeding (2.3% vs. 5.2%, OR = 4.55, p = 0.037), respectively.

Conclusion:: Similarly to recently published data in international literature, fondaparinux proved superior to enoxaparin for the Brazilian population, with significant reduction of combined events and bleeding.

Fundamento:: Estudos recentes têm apresentado superioridade do fondaparinux em relação à enoxaparina em pacientes com síndrome coronariana aguda (SCA) sem supradesnivelamento de ST, principalmente relacionada à redução de sangramentos. A descrição desse achado em registro brasileiro ainda não foi documentada.

Objetivo:: Comparar fondaparinux versus enoxaparina no prognóstico intrahospitalar em SCA sem supradesnivelamento de ST.

MÉtodos:: Estudo retrospectivo, multicêntrico e observacional. Foram incluídos 2.282 pacientes (335 no grupo fondaparinux e 1.947 no grupo enoxaparina) entre maio de 2.010 e maio de 2.015. Foram obtidos dados demográficos, medicações utilizadas e tratamento coronariano adotado. O desfecho primário foi mortalidade por todas as causas. O desfecho secundário foi eventos combinados (choque cardiogênico, reinfarto, morte, acidente vascular cerebral e sangramentos). A comparação entre os grupos foi realizada por meio de Q-quadrado e teste-T. A análise multivariada foi realizada por regressão logística, sendo considerado significativo p < 0,05.

Resultados:: Em relação ao tratamento, observou-se realização de intervenção coronária percutânea em 40,2% no grupo fondaparinux e 35,1% no grupo enoxaparina (p = 0,13). Na análise multivariada, observaram-se diferenças significativas entre os grupos fondaparinux e enoxaparina em relação a eventos combinados (13,8% vs. 22%, OR = 2,93, p = 0,007) e sangramentos (2,3% vs. 5,2%, OR = 4,55, p = 0,037), respectivamente.

ConclusÃo:: Semelhante aos dados recentemente publicados na literatura mundial, fondaparinux mostrou-se superior à enoxaparina para a população brasileira, com redução significativa de eventos combinados e sangramentos.

Download full-text PDF

Source
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5053192PMC
http://dx.doi.org/10.5935/abc.20160127DOI Listing

Publication Analysis

Top Keywords

fondaparinux
12
fondaparinux versus
12
combined events
12
eventos combinados
12
versus enoxaparin
8
acute coronary
8
brazilian registry
8
non-st elevation
8
fondaparinux group
8
enoxaparin group
8

Similar Publications

Obesity is a recognized risk factor for venous thromboembolism (VTE), associated with distinct challenges in managing anticoagulation therapy. There is still limited evidence regarding the impact of extreme body weight on the pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, efficacy, and safety of various anticoagulant medications. To our knowledge, this is the first comprehensive review to address both prophylactic and therapeutic anticoagulant dosages specifically for managing VTE in patients with a body mass index (BMI) ≥40 kg/m or weight ≥120 kg.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF

The study of biomolecules and their interactions in their natural environment requires increasingly sophisticated technological and methodological developments. The complexity of these developments is due, among other things, to the nature of these molecules and the small quantities available depending on their origin. In this context, this study focuses on the conditions for improving the detection of glycosaminoglycans on a miniaturized scale by mass spectrometry.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF

Background: Adenoviral vector COVID-19 vaccine-induced immune thrombotic thrombocytopenia (VITT) is a heparin-independent platelet-activating disorder. An increasing number of VITT-like disorders without previous vaccination are being identified.

Key Clinical Question: To explore the association of the pediatric cluster of postinfectious thrombosis and thrombocytopenia with VITT-like disorders.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF

Management of Acute Pulmonary Embolism: A Review.

J Assoc Physicians India

November 2024

Consultant and Head, Department of Cardiology, Safdarjung Hospital, Delhi, India.

Article Synopsis
  • Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a significant health concern in India, often missed or poorly managed, leading to increased risk of cardiovascular issues in hospitalized patients.
  • Current research and studies have improved understanding of PE diagnosis, assessment, and treatment strategies, emphasizing the need for risk stratification of patients based on mortality risk.
  • Recommended treatments include the use of anticoagulants and thrombolytics, with oral anticoagulants like warfarin and newer options (NOACs) being preferred for their ease of use and effectiveness at the time of diagnosis.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF
Article Synopsis
  • - The study aimed to assess how many patients with antiphospholipid antibody syndrome (APS) met the new 2023 ACR/EULAR classification criteria and to explore reasons for those who did not qualify.
  • - A review of 51 patient records revealed that only 12 (23.5%) met the classification criteria, while 33 (64.7%) did not, with various reasons cited including failure to meet laboratory or clinical standards.
  • - Findings suggest APS diagnosis and classification are complex, highlighting a need for further evaluation and management strategies for the small number of patients who still fit the new criteria.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF

Want AI Summaries of new PubMed Abstracts delivered to your In-box?

Enter search terms and have AI summaries delivered each week - change queries or unsubscribe any time!