Management of anticoagulation therapy in one patient with dilated cardiomyopathy and severe heart failure
10.11669/cpj.2016.20.017
- Author:
Shao-Hui ZHANG
1
Author Information
1. Wuhan NO.1 Hospital
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Anticoagulation;
Dilated cardiomyopathy;
Heart failure
- From:
Chinese Pharmaceutical Journal
2016;51(20):1800-1802
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the anticoagulation therapy regimen in one patient with dilated cardiomyopathy and severe heart failure. METHODS: Literatures and clinical practice guidelines were consulted, referring to the management of anticoagulation therapy in heart failure with sinus rhythm. RESULTS: Clinical pharmacist participated in the process of drug treatment and decided on optimal anticoagulation therapy. CONCLUSION: Individual bleeding and thrombotic risk should be evaluated to optimize the treatment of individual patients with heart failure.
