Markedly increased risk of postoperative bleeding complications during perioperative bridging anticoagulation in general and visceral surgery

ConclusionPerioperative bridging anticoagulation, especially full-therapeutic dose LMWH, markedly increases the risk of postoperative bleeding complications in general and visceral surgery. Surgeons should carefully consider the practice of routine bridging.
Source: Perioperative Medicine - Category: Surgery Source Type: research