Platelet Function Testing in Patients on Antiplatelet Therapy before Cardiac Surgery

Based on variable pharmacodynamic responsiveness and platelet reactivity recovery after discontinuation of P2Y12 receptor inhibitors, preoperative platelet function testing may individualize discontinuation and be a part of transfusion algorithm triggering targeted postpump hemostatic management.
Source: Anesthesiology - Category: Anesthesiology Source Type: research