Re-thinking metformin in the age of automated clinical decision support
Advances in computer technology and integration are increasing the development and utilization of electronic “clinical decision support” (CDS) features, a term used to refer to automated “alerts” or...
View ArticleMI Patients with CKD not taking meds?
A recent report in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology characterized long and short term adherence to medications typically prescribed after myocardial infarction. Interestingly,...
View ArticlePradaxa storage/handling requires attention.
Those caring for patients with cardiovascular disease or risk factors for thromboembolism have long awaited safer, more predictable alternatives to warfarin. However, it is quickly becoming clear that...
View ArticleVTE Prophylaxis Debate
While many government agencies and advocacy organizations are striving to promote systematic utilization of VTE prophylaxis measures (pharmacological and/or mechanical, based on risk), recent...
View ArticleEINSTEIN Trial Review: AC Forum Webinar
Participate in this free educational webinar by Dr Harry Buller, offered by the Anticoagulation Forum. Covers methodology and key findings of study comparing traditional anticoagualion therapy to...
View ArticleExcellent AF Educational Opportunity
Access and complete an online program by Drs. Hylek and Kaatz on the prevention of strokes with anticoagulants. Program focuses on individualization of therapy. Available at: BU CE
View ArticleNew Review: Management of Antithrombotics in Patients Undergoing Invasive...
The New England Journal of Medicine just published a very timely piece on management of anticoagulants in patients undergoing invasive procedures. It builds off of the 9th ACCP guidelines (2012), and...
View Article2014 National Patient Safety Goals
The Joint Commission’s 2014 National Patient Safety Goals explicitly mention anticoagulation safety. Elements of Performance for NPSG.03.05.01 state facilities should, “Evaluate anticoagulation safety...
View ArticleFDA Approves Eliquis for Hip/Knee Prophylaxis
The US FDA recently approved the use of Eliquis (apixaban) for DVT prophylaxis following knee and hip surgery. Full details at Wall Street Online.
View ArticleINR Self-Testing Study Published
The American Journal of Managed Care recently published the results of the STABLE study (Self Testing Analysis Based on Long-term Experience), showing that patients who self- test their INR on a weekly...
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