Warfarin Remains Gold-standard For Preventing Stroke In Patients With Heart Abnormality

... Despite their side effects, treatments like warfarin are still the best way to prevent stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation (an abnormal heart rhythm), according to a paper in this week's issue of The Lancet. Atrial fibrillation is a common condition, affecting over 1% of the population. [click link for full article] ...