Anticoagulation Management.
The ongoing monitoring and adjustment of blood-thinning medications after surgery. Patients with mechanical valves require lifelong warfarin management with regular INR testing. Bridging therapy may be needed for procedures.
Definition
What is anticoagulation management?
The ongoing monitoring and adjustment of blood-thinning medications after surgery. Patients with mechanical valves require lifelong warfarin management with regular INR testing. Bridging therapy may be needed for procedures.
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