Heparin-induced Thrombocytopenia: Perioperative Diagnosis and Management
Andreas Koster, Michael Nagler, Gabor Erdoes, Jerrold H. Levy
Abstract
Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia is a severe prothrombotic disease. Timely diagnosis and treatment are essential. Application of diagnostic algorithms based on validated clinical scoring tools and rapid, specific laboratory assays may improve outcomes.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineHeparin-induced thrombocytopeniaHeparinIntensive care medicinePerioperativePlateletDiseaseSurgeryInternal medicineHeparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia and ThrombosisVenous Thromboembolism Diagnosis and ManagementAcute Myocardial Infarction Research