What is the recommended antithrombotic regimen to minimize the risk of LVAD and to prevent recurrent ischemic stroke or TIA in patients with LVADs?
Warfarin together with aspirin is the standard antithrombotic regimen to minimize the risk of LVAD and to prevent recurrent ischemic stroke or TIA in patients with LVADs. At this point, the use of DOACs (direct oral anticoagulants) in patients with LVAD should be avoided.