Inpatient Anticoagulation

The first practical guide for hospitalists on the use of anticoagulants in hospitalized patientsThis edited volume provides a comprehensive overview of the vital topic of anticoagulation in the hospital setting. Designed specifically for use by hospital-based clinicians and associated hospital-based staff, this fully evidence-based book addresses the most commonly used anticoagulant agents, the latest advances in anticoagulation drugs, and primary indications for their use at therapeutic levels. This thorough, easy-to-use reference summarizes the most important guidelines and medical literature on anticoagulation. It features a careful review of the epidemiology and treatment of complications associated with anticoagulants. Unique topics include transition of care and practical strategies for developing and implementing quality improvement programs to enhance the administration and safety of anticoagulants. This concise resource also covers: Antiplatelet medicationsThe treatment and prevention of venous thromboembolism in medical patientsVenous thromboembolism prophylaxis in surgical patientsPeri-operative management of oral anticoagulants and antiplatelet agentsPrevention of cardioembolic strokeAntithrombotics for ischemic strokeAntithrombotic therapy for non-ST elevation acute coronary syndromeHemorrhagic complications of anticoagulants in hospitalized patientsHeparin-induced thrombocytopeniaHospitalists and other members of the patient care team will find that Inpatient Anticoagulation answers their questions with dependable and timely information.Content: Chapter 1 Pharmacology of Parenteral Anticoagulants (pages 1–24): Kathleen H. McCool and Daniel M. WittChapter 2 Pharmacology of Vitamin K Antagonists (pages 25–46): Jaekyu Shin and Steven R. KayserChapter 3 Antiplatelet Medications (pages 47–65): Michael Kornfeld and Joseph R. MunsayacChapter 4 Newer Oral Anticoagulants (pages 67–80): Taki Galanis and Geno J. MerliChapter 5 Prevention of Venous Thromboembolism in Medical Patients (pages 81–106): Alex C. Spyropoulos and Charles E. MahanChapter 6 Prevention of Venous Thromboembolism in Surgical Patients (pages 107–136): Nancy Torres Finnerty and Franklin MichotaChapter 7 Treatment of Acute Venous Thromboembolism in Hospitalized Patients (pages 137–160): Tracy Minichiello, Lauren Doctoroff and Elizabeth A. FarrellChapter 8 Perioperative Management of Oral Anticoagulants and Antiplatelet Agents (pages 161–177): Ramiro Jervis and Andrew DunnChapter 9 Prevention of Cardioembolic Stroke (pages 179–203): Ali Mahajerin and Warren J. ManningChapter 10 Antithrombotics for Ischemic Stroke (pages 205–222): Fadi B. Nahab and Sakib QureshiChapter 11 Antithrombotic Therapy for Non?ST?Elevation Acute Coronary Syndrome (pages 223–240): David Lao and Andrew BoyleChapter 12 Parenteral Anticoagulants: Special Considerations in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease and Obesity (pages 241–290): Sarah A. Spinler, Millie Rajyaguru, Julie K. Atay and John FanikosChapter 13 Hemorrhagic Complications of Anticoagulants in Hospitalized Patients (pages 291–330): Allison Burnett, Jason Cohen and David A. GarciaChapter 14 Heparin?Induced Thrombocytopenia (pages 331–359): David Feinbloom and John Fani SrourChapter 15 Transitions in Care: Inpatient Anticoagulation (pages 361–375): Neil Gupta, Diane Sliwka and Margaret C. FangChapter 16 Optimizing Inpatient Anticoagulation: Strategies for Quality Improvement (pages 377–414): Greg Maynard, Ian Jenkins, Brian Clay, Michael Montazeri and Doug Humber