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Independent risk factors for an increased incidence of thromboembolism after lung transplantation
ConclusionsThe incidence of TE after LTX is high, especially in lung transplant recipients with a BMI  >  25 and an age >  55 years as well as cardiovascular risk factors closely associated with the metabolic syndrome. As these patients comprise a growing recipient fraction, intensified research should focus on the risks and benefits of regular screening or a prolonged TE prophylaxis in these patients.Trial registration number DKRS: 00021501.
Source: Journal of Thrombosis and Thrombolysis - December 10, 2022 Category: Hematology Source Type: research

Anticoagulation with VADs and ECMO: walking the tightrope.
Authors: Raffini L Abstract The evolution of devices for mechanical circulatory support (MCS), including ventricular assist devices (VADs) for patients with heart failure and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for patients with acute cardiac or respiratory failure, has improved survival for subsets of critically ill children and adults. The devices are intricate and complex, allowing blood to bypass the heart or lungs (or both). As blood flows through these artificial devices, normal hemostasis is disrupted, coagulation is promoted, and in the absence of anticoagulation, a thrombus may form in the device, r...
Source: Hematology ASH Education Program - December 10, 2017 Category: Hematology Tags: Hematology Am Soc Hematol Educ Program Source Type: research