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A Retrospective Look at Patient, Procedural, and Follow-up Characteristics Associated With WATCHMAN Implantation
This study used a retrospective design to review data previously collected and entered into the National Cardiovascular Data Registry database. Results During a 2-year period, 41 patients underwent the WATCHMAN procedure at our facility. The most common indication for the procedure in this population of patients with nonvalvular AF on oral anticoagulants was bleeding in the gastrointestinal or genitourinary systems. (Gastrointestinal/genitourinary bleed does not limit candidacy for surgical closure of the LAA.) There was only 1 postprocedure adverse event that included a groin hematoma. A transesophageal echocardiog...
Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing - October 8, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: Clinical DIMENSION Source Type: research

Thrombocytopenia: Effect in Ischemic and Hemorrhagic Stroke
Conclusion Acknowledging the impact of both platelet and thrombocytopenia on stroke causation, stroke interventions, and outcomes is a pivotal aspect of comprehensive stroke care. Platelet function processes are impactful in each point of the continuum of stroke care, prevention, intervention, and discharge.
Source: Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing - April 12, 2021 Category: Nursing Tags: Clinical DIMENSION Source Type: research