Point‐of‐care testing (POCT) in haematology has seen a significant increase in both the
spectrum of tests available and the number of tests performed annually. POCT is frequently …

This document presents a professional view of evidence-based recommendations around
the issues of antiplatelet and anticoagulation management in cardiac surgery. It was …

Objectives: The purpose of our multicenter study was to examine the impact of pre-operative
administration of clopidogrel on reoperation rates, incidence of life-threatening bleeding …

The article evaluates risks associated with blood and blood component transfusion and the
optimal management of perioperative bleeding with cardiac surgery. The management of …

OBJECTIVES: Persistent variation in practice surrounds preoperative clopidogrel
management at the time of vascular surgery. While some surgeons preferentially …

Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)-related bleeding complications and perioperative
coronary events are strongly influenced by the management of antithrombotic therapy before …

Objective To review systematically the evidence and perform a meta-analysis of benefits and
risks associated with use of P2Y12 receptor inhibitors in coronary artery bypass graft-, non …

BACKGROUND: Utilization of the irreversible antiplatelet agent clopidogrel is increasing in
the treatment acute coronary syndrome patients. Consequently, more patients are …

BACKGROUND: Short-term use of clopidogrel plus aspirin among patients with acute
coronary syndrome reduces ischemic events, but concerns about coronary artery bypass …

The management of patients with coronary artery stents during the perioperative period is
one of the most important patient safety issues clinicians confront. Perioperative stent …