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Newer Blood Thinners May Slow Cognitive Decline in Patients with Alzheimer’s and Atrial Fibrillation
For millions of older adults, the dual diagnosis of atrial fibrillation—a common heart rhythm disorder—and Alzheimer’s disease represents a complex medical challenge. Managing the cardiovascular risks of a chaotic heartbeat while simultaneously navigating the progressive neurodegeneration of dementia requires a delicate balance of care. Now, new research conducted by the Karolinska Institutet and published in…