Coumadin (generic name – Warfarin), is an anticoagulant (blood thinning medication) that is commonly used to help treat and prevent blood clots that could cause a heart attack, stroke, or pulmonary embolism. This prescription medication works by blocking the creation of certain clotting mechanisms, which prevents blood clots from forming. The goal of warfarin therapy… Continue Reading
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Never Event #5: Deep Vein Thrombosis / Pulmonary Embolism Following Surgery
Posted in Medical MalpracticeWhat Is Deep Vein Thrombosis? Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot forms inside the body. Deep vein thrombosis usually occurs in the legs, arms and chest. If a blood clot dislodges from the area where it initially formed it may get stuck in a smaller vein and block circulation of blood and… Continue Reading
Heparin May Put Nursing Home Residents At Risk
Posted in Dangerous DrugsHeparin is a commonly used blood thinner that has come under scrutiny for possible contamination. The FDA has recommended restricting the use of high doses of Heparin, or generally known as Bolus dosing in an attempt to limit the severity of adverse reactions to the drug. Bolus dosing is used to quickly thin blood in… Continue Reading