Journal of cardiology
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Journal of cardiology · Apr 2017
Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter StudyRationale and design of the SAFE-A study: SAFety and Effectiveness trial of Apixaban use in association with dual antiplatelet therapy in patients with atrial fibrillation undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention.
Patients with atrial fibrillation who undergo coronary stenting require triple antithrombotic therapy, including aspirin, a P2Y12 inhibitor, and anticoagulation, to prevent both stroke and stent thrombosis. However, triple therapy may increase the risk of bleeding complications. The optimal management of triple therapy still presents a challenge in these patients. ⋯ The SAFE-A study is the first randomized controlled trial to compare 1-month vs. 6-month P2Y12 inhibitor therapy in combination with aspirin and apixaban, in patients with atrial fibrillation who undergo DES implantation. This study will provide data that may guide the optimal management of triple antithrombotic therapy.