The lancet. Gastroenterology & hepatology
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Lancet Gastroenterol Hepatol · Feb 2017
Review Meta Analysis Comparative StudyRisk of gastrointestinal bleeding with direct oral anticoagulants: a systematic review and network meta-analysis.
Direct oral anticoagulants are increasingly used for a wide range of indications. However, data are conflicting about the risk of major gastrointestinal bleeding with these drugs. We compared the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding with direct oral anticoagulants, warfarin, and low-molecular-weight heparin. ⋯ Leeds Teaching Hospitals Charitable Foundation.