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Jeffery Hill, MD M.Ed 7/17/24 Jeffery Hill, MD M.Ed 7/17/24

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.

Ryan LaFollette, MD 4/5/19 Ryan LaFollette, MD 4/5/19

Diagnostics: TEG, you're it

Thromboelastography (TEG) may be less ordered than traditional coagulation studies, however gives much more specific and detailed information to your patient’s coagulopathy. Join Dr. Wolochatiuk as she explores the indications and interpretations of the TEG.