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Coagulation
Research from M.E. Mortada and colleagues provide new insights into coagulation
May 21st, 2008
"AF and Anticoagulation. Catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation (AF) can increase risk of left atrial (LA) thrombi and stroke," researchers in the United States report. "Optimal periprocedural anticoagulation has not been determined. We report the role of administering warfarin and aspirin without low molecular weight heparin in patients undergoing AF ablation. A total of 207 patients underwent ablation for AF. Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) guided transseptal puncture and ruled out clot in the LA. After first puncture, the sheath was flushed with heparin (5,000 Units/mL). After second puncture, a bolus of 80 units/kg of heparin was given, followed by an...
Source: Fitness & Wellness Business Week (2008-05-21)
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