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Providers' utilization and perceptions of warfarin dosing algorithms.

Trevor Gardner1, Sara R Vazquez2, Kibum Kim1

  • 1University of Utah College of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacotherapy, University of Utah, 30 South 2000 East Salt, Lake City, UT 84112, United States of America.

Thrombosis Research
|September 11, 2019
PubMed
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Warfarin dosing algorithms are beneficial but often not sustained long-term by providers. Education on their continued benefits could improve patient outcomes and algorithm use.

Area of Science:

  • Pharmacology and Therapeutics
  • Clinical Pharmacy Practice
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • Warfarin dosing algorithms improve time within therapeutic range (TTR) and reduce adverse events.
  • Real-world provider utilization and perceptions of these algorithms remain unclear.
  • Understanding barriers to algorithm use is crucial for optimizing warfarin therapy management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the utilization and perceptions of warfarin dosing algorithms among anticoagulation providers.
  • To identify factors influencing the adoption and sustained use of these algorithms in clinical practice.

Main Methods:

  • A nationwide electronic survey was administered to anticoagulation providers.
  • Data collected included provider demographics, algorithm utilization rates, and perceived benefits and barriers.
Keywords:
AlgorithmBarrierNomogramPerceptionProviderWarfarin

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Main Results:

  • 84% of 246 respondents found warfarin dosing algorithms beneficial, with 72% using them occasionally.
  • Algorithm use decreased with increased warfarin dosing experience, often discontinued as no longer needed.
  • Pharmacists and those with more experience were less likely to use algorithms, though not statistically significant.

Conclusions:

  • Warfarin dosing algorithms are frequently adopted, particularly by new providers, but long-term use is often not sustained.
  • Educational interventions highlighting the continued benefits of algorithms may enhance long-term utilization.
  • Increased sustained use of warfarin dosing algorithms has the potential to improve patient outcomes.