Stopping blood thinning drugs for elderly could put them at risk of a life-threatening stroke or heart attack, major study warns

The drugs - known as anticoagulants - are prescribed to patients to prevent deadly blood clots forming in their veins, but many doctors limit the length of time over-75s spend on them.

Feb 23, 2025 - 01:36
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Stopping blood thinning drugs for elderly could put them at risk of a life-threatening stroke or heart attack, major study warns
The drugs - known as anticoagulants - are prescribed to patients to prevent deadly blood clots forming in their veins, but many doctors limit the length of time over-75s spend on them.