Hematology
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No reduction in PE risk with vena cava filters after severe injury
MELBOURNE – “Given the cost and risks associated with a vena cava filter, our data suggest that there is no urgency to insert the filter in...
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CDC warns against misuse of opioid-prescribing guideline
Officials at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are advising against misapplication of the agency’s guideline on opioid prescribing....
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Andexanet alfa effectively reverses factor Xa inhibition
HONOLULU – The drug establishes good or excellent hemostasis in 82% of patients with acute major bleeding associated...
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Supplementary compression doesn’t improve DVT odds in critically ill
SAN DIEGO – The procedure carries few risks, aside from patient discomfort.
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FDA aims to boost safety of platelets for transfusion
The agency is seeking input on ways to decrease the risk of bacterial contamination in platelets stored for 5 and 7 days after collection.
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In-hospital blood saving strategy appears safe with anemia
Tolerating moderate in-hospital anemia did not negatively impact readmissions or mortality over 6 months.
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DOAC pause yields favorable outcomes for AF patients
SAN DIEGO – Results from the PAUSE study could set the standard for timing of perioperative DOAC interruption.
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ASH releases new VTE guidelines
A panel of the American Society of Hematology released more than 150 recommendations for dealing with venous thromboembolism.
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All patients with VTE have a high risk of recurrence
Researchers suggest rethinking categorization of patients with incident venous thromboembolism.
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Preop anemia management saves blood, costs
BOSTON – Managing anemia prior to cardiac surgery saved a hospital more than $100,000 in transfusion costs in a pilot program.