Study Comparing Apixaban and Aspirin for Stroke Prevention and Recovery in Adults with Recent Intracerebral Hemorrhage and Atrial Fibrillation

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the use of apixaban compared to aspirin to prevent stroke or death in patients who have had a recent intracerebral hemorrhage ICH and also have atrial fibrillation AF. This phase III randomized, double-blinded trial aims to determine if apixaban is superior in preventing any type of stroke or death, as well as if it leads to better functional recovery measured by the modified Rankin Scale. The study will enroll 700 patients and follow them for 12 to 36 months to assess these outcomes. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either apixaban or aspirin. Apixaban dosing is typically 5 mg twice daily, with a reduced dose of 2.5 mg twice daily for those meeting specific criteria such as older age, lower body weight, or certain medication use. Aspirin is given once daily at a dose of 81 mg. The study includes a treatment period after recent ICH, with careful monitoring for safety and efficacy. During the study, participants will undergo regular assessments including evaluation of stroke occurrence, death, and changes in functional status using the modified Rankin Scale. Safety and adherence will be monitored throughout the follow-up period, which ranges from 12 months up to 3 years. The research team will collect data to understand the benefits and risks of apixaban versus aspirin in this patient population.

Anticoagulation in ICH Survivors for Stroke Prevention and Recovery