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Perioperative Approach to Anticoagulants and Hematologic Disorders
Jisu Kim1, Richard Huh1, Amir K Jaffer1
1Department of Internal Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, 1653 West Congress Parkway, 10 Kellogg, Chicago, IL 60612, USA.
Anesthesiology Clinics
|March 2, 2016
Summary
This article discusses managing patients with hematologic disorders and those on anticoagulants or at risk for venous thromboembolism. It covers bleeding, clotting, and other hematologic issues relevant to perioperative care.
Area of Science:
- Hematology
- Anesthesiology
- Perioperative Medicine
Background:
- Hematologic disorders present unique challenges in surgical patients.
- Anticoagulant therapy and venous thromboembolism risk require careful perioperative consideration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of managing hematologic issues in surgical patients.
- To address bleeding and clotting concerns in patients undergoing surgery.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of hematologic disorders and perioperative management.
- Discussion of anticoagulant use and venous thromboembolism prophylaxis.
- Analysis of special hematologic considerations.
Main Results:
- Perioperative management requires tailored approaches for diverse hematologic conditions.
- Balancing bleeding and clotting risks is crucial for patient safety.
- Special hematologic issues necessitate expert consultation.
Conclusions:
- Effective perioperative planning is essential for patients with hematologic disorders.
- Anticoagulation management and VTE prophylaxis must be individualized.
- Addressing all hematologic concerns optimizes surgical outcomes.
Keywords:
Coagulation disorderCoagulopathyDrug-induced thrombocytopeniaHemophiliaImmune thrombocytopeniaPreoperative evaluationThrombocytopeniaVon Willebrand diseaseMore Related Videos
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