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But the INR is 3.2! Markers of Coagulation Status in Cirrhotics
In patients with cirrhosis and ongoing bleeding, it can be challenging to determine whether or not patients are hyper or hypocoagulable. Traditional markers of coagulation status like INR can be difficult to interpret in patients with abnormal synthetic function and potentially increase consumption of coagulation factors. Can TEG (thromboelastography) be a helpful too in these situations? In this journal club recap, Dr. Grisoli recaps a recent article by Rout et al that addresses this issue.
Grand Rounds Recap 6.26.2024
Join us for the last Grand Rounds of the academic year! We discuss organophosphate toxicity and bubble CPAP in low-resource settings for Global Health Grand Rounds, a CPC case of acetaminophen toxicity, cardiac pacing, and a case of methemoglobinemia caused by pyridium!
TXA in Trauma
In this journal club recap, Dr Sarah Moulds recaps a recent meta-analysis of papers looking at the therapeutic effect of TXA in patients with severe trauma. Are their higher rates of thromboembolic complications? Is mortality improved? This article by Fouche et al attempts to answer these questions.