
#485: Things We Do For No Reason™Live from SHM #Converge2025
The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast
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Navigating Anticoagulation Risks
This chapter explores the critical considerations of dose reduction for anticoagulants, especially apixaban, in high-risk patients, emphasizing adherence to clinical guidelines. It highlights the relationship between anticoagulation and aspirin, advocating against their concurrent use for safety reasons, while exploring the psychological aspects faced by healthcare providers. Furthermore, it discusses the variability of safety profiles between traditional anticoagulants like warfarin and newer agents, underscoring the benefits of direct oral anticoagulants.
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