Alteplase for acute ischemic stroke after heparin reversal with protamine – a case report and review

ConclusionsGiven the lack of adverse events associated with IV alteplase in our patient, we advocate cautious evaluation for potential reversal of acutely administered anticoagulation to facilitate alteplase administration in severely disabled patients who are not eligible for mechanical intervention, and who would have been excluded from definitive AIS treatment.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

Source: Pharmacotherapy: The Journal of Human Pharmacology and Drug Therapy - July 25, 2017 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Gabriel V. Fontaine, Shawn M. Smith Tags: Case Report Source Type: research