Heart Podcast Antithrombotic therapy after heart valve intervention: a review of mechanisms, evidence and current guidance
Mar 12, 2024
Cardiac surgeon Norman Briffa discusses anti-thrombotic strategies post valve intervention, exploring challenges and guidelines. They delve into thrombus formation on valve prostheses, personalized anticoagulation therapy, and the challenges of NOACs for patients with mechanical heart valves.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring Mitral Valve Surgery Innovations and Antithrombotic Therapy Review
01:56 • 2min
Understanding Thrombus Formation on Valve Prostheses and Risk Factors
03:52 • 3min
Guidelines for Anticoagulation Therapy in Patients with Mechanical Heart Valves
06:28 • 2min
Challenges of NOACs in Patients with Mechanical Heart Valves
08:13 • 13min