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Factors associated with perceived or actual risk of bleeding among high-risk patients not receiving OA therapy (N=75)
| Factor | Frequency n (%)* |
|---|---|
| Neuropsychological impairment | 27 (36.0) |
| Risk of falling | 17 (22.7) |
| Past bleeding episode | 12(16.0) |
| Peptic ulcer disease | 9 (12.0) |
| History of aneurysm | 3 (4.0) |
| None of these factors | 35 (46.7) |
*Some patients reported more than one factor
