New Guideline: In Minor Procedures, Blood Thinners Safe to Use For Stroke Patients

A new guideline from the American Academy of Neurology advises that the  use of blood thinners (such as aspirin or warfarin) for stroke patients is safe before minor dental and dermatalogic procedures and the like. While blood thinners reduce the risk of stroke-causing blood clots, they also increase the likelihood of heavy bleeding during a surgical procedure. The new guideline are derived from evidence in 133 studies, and are expected to be helpful to a number of medical practitioners treating those who have suffered from a stroke. For more information, click here to read the full article.