Dabigatrin vs Warfarin

[Marty]

The direct thrombin inhibitor DABIGATRIN used for acute thromboembolism in a fixed dose was as effective as warfarin, was safe, and did not require monitoring.
NEJM 12-10 2009

I wonder if it will ever be used for prophylaxis long term for us valvers?
Hmm...fixed dose for all, no monitoring required!

 

[Ross]

I reckon we'll have to wait years to find out.

 

[Eva]

This will be a blessing!! Hope so.