thromboembolism, but are commonly complicated by gastrointestinal bleeding (GIB). Limited
data exist on the management of anticoagulation after hospitalization for GIB and the
subsequent risks of recurrent GIB, thromboembolism, and mortality. Methods We performed
a systematic review and meta-analysis of studies to determine risk of recurrent GIB,
thromboembolism, and mortality after resuming anticoagulation following GIB. PubMed …
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METHODS: We performed a systematic review and meta-analysis to determine the risk of
recurrent GIB, thromboembolism and mortality after resuming anticoagulation following GIB.
PubMed, Embase and Scopus were searched for randomized controlled trials and cohort
studies in patients with atrial fibrillation, venous thromboembolism or valvular heart disease
who received long-term warfarin or direct oral anticoagulants before experiencing GIB.
Studies were included if data were available on anticoagulation management and outcomes …