Original Article
Evaluating current practice and outcomes of therapeutic anticoagulation during intra-aortic balloon counterpulsation in a coronary care unit
Author(s): Jennifer L Bong, Ernest H Law*, Sheri L Koshman, Wayne J Tymchak, Albert M Mogrhabi and Margaret L Ackman
Introduction: Therapeutic anticoagulation for intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABPs) in coronary care unit patients is common, and a strategy of selective anticoagulation may minimize bleeding and prevent thrombosis.
objective: The present retrospective chart review aimed to determine the proportion of patients with an IABP in place for ≥12 h during coronary care unit admission at a university-affiliated tertiary care centre from January 1, 2007 to December 31, 2011 who were eligible for selective anticoagulation, and to determine the incidence of major bleeding and ischemic complications in this population.
Methods: Data collection was performed by one researcher using a standardized form according to prespecified definitions. Data regarding patient characteristics, major bleeds, ischemic events and death were collected while the IABP was in situ and for 24 h after IAB.. Read More»
DOI:
10.4172/2368-0512.1000022
