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Switching from Warfarin to Direct Oral Anticoagulants in Frail Elderly Asian Patients with Atrial Fibrillation: Insights from a Korean Nationwide Study

By MedXY|Jul 3, 2026

In frail elderly Asian AF patients stable on warfarin, transitioning to DOACs increased risks of bleeding, thromboembolic events, and mortality, emphasizing cautious individualized management.

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Once-Weekly Semaglutide 2.4 mg for Obesity Management in Asian Adults: Efficacy, Safety, and Policy Insights from the STEP 11 Trial

By MedXY|Oct 6, 2025

The STEP 11 trial demonstrates that once-weekly semaglutide 2.4 mg significantly reduces bodyweight in Asian adults with obesity (BMI ≥25 kg/m²), supporting its safety and guideline inclusion in these populations with unique BMI thresholds.