scholarly journals In-Hospital Mortality and Morbidity Among Patients Presenting with Intracranial Hemorrhage: A Single Center's Experience with Vitamin K Antagonists and the Direct Oral Anticoagulants

Blood ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 134 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 3668-3668
Author(s):  
Christopher Cipkar ◽  
Sujitha Srinathan ◽  
Philip Chiang ◽  
Lana A Castellucci
Keyword(s):  
Hospital Mortality ◽  
Chart Review ◽  
Vitamin K Antagonists ◽  
Oral Anticoagulants ◽  
Direct Oral Anticoagulants ◽  
Bleeding Event ◽  
Mortality Rates ◽  
Clinical Impact ◽  
Mortality And Morbidity ◽  
Ottawa Hospital

Background Oral anticoagulants are the preferred therapy for the treatment of venous thromboembolism and for stroke prevention among patients with atrial fibrillation. Given their widespread use, clinicians must balance efficacy of anticoagulation with their associated bleeding risks. Specifically, intracranial hemorrhage (ICH) is the most feared complication as this form of bleeding has the highest mortality and morbidity. To date, clinical trials suggest a lower incidence of ICH and better safety profile among patients prescribed the direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) compared with traditional vitamin k antagonists (VKAs). Although promising, further understanding is needed to appreciate the clinical impact once a DOAC-related bleeding event does occur. The aim of this study was to evaluate anticoagulation use, in-hospital mortality rates and functional outcome among patients presenting with ICH to a large tertiary care center in Canada. Methods In this study, we present data from a retrospective chart review of patients who presented to The Ottawa Hospital with ICH between January 2016 and December 2017. Patients were identified using ICD-10 codes from the Ottawa Hospital Data Warehouse. Patient demographics, type of anticoagulant/antiplatelet agent and indication for therapy were collected. The primary outcome was in-hospital mortality rates among patients prescribed oral anticoagulants compared with those not anticoagulated or on antiplatelet therapy. A secondary outcome was functional assessment of survivors at hospital discharge using the modified Rankin Scale (mRS), a validated tool used widely in contemporary stroke research to measure the degree of disability after a neurological event. Results 481 patients were identified in the Data Warehouse and manual chart review confirmed 429 patients diagnosed with ICH. Patients not taking any anticoagulant or antiplatelet therapy tended to be younger and had lengthier admissions with longer stays in the ICU. The most common indication for anticoagulation in those presenting with ICH was atrial fibrillation. Intraparenchymal bleeding was most common among patients on DOACs, while patients on warfarin tended to have more subdural hematomas (Table 1). In-hospital mortality was 45.8% in DOAC-related ICH, 29.4% in warfarin-related ICH and 15.5% in patients not on an anticoagulant or antiplatelet. Average modified Rankin Scale at the time of discharge was 4.52 in DOAC-related ICH, 4.23 in warfarin-related ICH and 3.2 in patients not on an anticoagulant or antiplatelet (Table 2). Conclusions In this cohort of patients presenting with ICH to a large academic hospital, the in-hospital mortality rate was higher in patients receiving oral anticoagulation compared to those not on anticoagulants. DOAC-related ICH tended to have worse outcomes with higher in-hospital mortality and worse functional outcomes among survivors on discharge. Although the DOACs are reported in the literature to have an overall lower incidence of ICH, further information is still needed to understand the clinical impact when a bleeding event does occur. Disclosures Castellucci: BMS: Honoraria; Pfizer: Honoraria; Bayer: Honoraria; LEO Pharma: Honoraria; Sanofi: Honoraria; Aspen: Honoraria; Servier: Honoraria.

Mortality Rate and Functional Outcomes Among Patients Presenting with Anticoagulation- Associated Intracranial Hemorrhage

Blood ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 136 (Supplement 1) ◽  
pp. 24-25
Author(s):  
Sujitha Srinathan ◽  
Christopher Cipkar ◽  
Philip Chiang ◽  
Lana A Castellucci
Keyword(s):  
Atrial Fibrillation ◽  
Mortality Rate ◽  
Hospital Mortality ◽  
Functional Outcomes ◽  
Oral Anticoagulants ◽  
Mortality Rates ◽  
Clinical Impact ◽  
Modified Rankin Scale ◽  
Hospital Data ◽  
Ottawa Hospital

Background Oral anticoagulants are the recommended therapy for prophylaxis and treatment of venous thromboembolism and for stroke prevention among patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation. Given their widespread use, clinicians must balance efficacy and anticoagulation associated bleeding risks. Intracranial hemorrhage (ICH) has been the most feared complication, as this form of bleeding has been associated with the greatest morbidity and mortality. Clinical trials suggest a lower incidence of ICH among patients prescribed the direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) compared with vitamin K antagonists (VKAs). While reassuring, the clinical impact on functional outcomes once an anticoagulant-associated ICH does occur is needed. The aim of this study was to evaluate the role of anticoagulation use on in-hospital mortality rates, and functional outcomes among survivors presenting with ICH. Methods In this study, we present data from a retrospective chart review of patients who presented to The Ottawa Hospital, Ottawa, Canada with ICH between January 2016 and December 2017. Patients were identified from the Ottawa Hospital Data Warehouse using ICD-10 codes. Patient demographics, type of anticoagulant/antiplatelet agent and indication for therapy were collected. The primary outcome was in-hospital mortality rates among patients prescribed oral anticoagulants compared with those not anticoagulated or on antiplatelet therapy. A secondary outcome was functional assessment of survivors at hospital discharge using the modified Rankin Scale (mRS), a validated tool used widely in contemporary stroke research to measure the degree of disability after a neurological event. Results 1457 patients were identified in the Ottawa Hospital Data and 1331 patients with ICH were confirmed by manual review. 195 patients were on an oral anticoagulant, and the primary indication for anticoagulation was atrial fibrillation (Table 1). Intraparenchymal bleeding was most common among patients on DOACs, while patients on warfarin tended to have more subdural hematomas (Table 2). In-hospital mortality was 37.7% in DOAC-related ICH, 36.4% in warfarin-related ICH and 16.8% in patients not on an antithrombotic therapy. The average modified Rankin Scale (excluding death as a competing factor) at the time of discharge was 3.4 in DOAC-related ICH, 3.6 in warfarin-related ICH and 3.2 in patients not on an anticoagulant or antiplatelet (Table 3). The majority of patients with a DOAC-related ICH were on Apixaban or Rivaroxaban. The in-hospital mortality for patients on Apixaban (N=31) and Rivaroxaban (N=39) was 29.0% and 46.2%, respectively (Table 4). Conclusions In this cohort of patients presenting with ICH to a large academic hospital, the in-hospital mortality rate was higher in patients receiving oral anticoagulation compared to those not on anticoagulants. DOAC-related ICH tended to have similar in-hospital mortality when compared to warfarin; however, among survivors, functional outcomes at discharge tended to be more favourable in the DOAC cohort. Although the DOACs are reported in the literature to have an overall lower incidence of ICH, prospective studies are needed to understand the clinical impact when a bleeding event does occur. Disclosures Castellucci: Servier: Honoraria; Bayer: Honoraria; BMS-Pfizer: Honoraria; LEO Pharma: Honoraria.

scholarly journals A Case Series of Direct Oral Anticoagulants Use in Post-Infarction Left Ventricular Thrombus

2021 ◽  
Vol 33 (4) ◽  
pp. 19-23
Author(s):  
Tarique S. Chachar ◽  
Nooraldaem Yousif ◽  
Khurshid Ahmed ◽  
Tajammul Hussain ◽  
Haitham Amin
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin K Antagonists ◽  
Oral Anticoagulants ◽  
Direct Oral Anticoagulants ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Left Ventricular ◽  
Left Ventricular Thrombus ◽  
Off Label Use ◽  
Mortality And Morbidity ◽  
Ventricular Thrombus ◽  
Current Guidelines

Left ventricular thrombus (LVT) is a known complication of acute myocardial infarction (AMI). Vitamin K antagonists such as Warfarin showed a reduction in associated mortality and morbidity and are indicated as anticoagulants of choice in current guidelines. Since their approval for clinical use, there has been a dramatic increase in off-label use of direct oral anti-coagulants (DOAC) for LVT. In this case series, the authors share their successful experience with DOAC in the treatment of LVT.

scholarly journals Use of Direct Oral Anticoagulants in Patients with Sickle Cell Disease and Venous Thromboembolism Is Associated with a Significant Decrease in Incidence of Bleeding Compared to Vitamin K Antagonists and Low-Molecular-Weight Heparins

Blood ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 130 (Suppl_1) ◽  
pp. 978-978
Author(s):  
Ameet Patel ◽  
Hants Williams ◽  
Maria R. Baer ◽  
Ann Butler Zimrin ◽  
Jennie Y Law
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Weight ◽  
Vitamin K Antagonists ◽  
Oral Anticoagulants ◽  
Direct Oral Anticoagulants ◽  
Bleeding Event ◽  
Low Molecular Weight ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Cell Disease ◽  
Bleeding Events ◽  
Bleeding Rate

Abstract Background: Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a recognized complication of sickle cell disease (SCD). Several studies confirm that SCD itself is an independent risk factor for development of VTE. However, the optimal pharmacologic anticoagulant remains unknown. Methods: This retrospective single-institution cohort study was exempt by the Institutional Review Board. Data were collected via review of electronic medical records including ambulatory, emergency department, general floor, and intensive care unit encounters. Patients with SCD were identified spanning 1/2009-7/2017 using ICD 9/10 codes. Inclusion criteria were age ≥18 years at time of VTE diagnosis, imaging confirming VTE, and documented compliance based on INR values and/or provider/pharmacy documentation. VTE diagnosis included deep vein thrombosis (DVT) at any location and pulmonary embolism based on documented imaging and ICD 9/10 codes. Anticoagulants included direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs), vitamin K antagonists (VKA), and low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH). The DOACs used in this study were rivaroxaban, apixaban and dabigatran. Exclusion criteria were known active malignancy, confirmed hypercoagulable risk factors beyond SCD, atrial fibrillation and/or history of major bleeding prior to anticoagulation. Due to low event rates, a log likelihood ratio test of independence was calculated for associations between drug type and two endpoints: bleeding rate and rate of VTE recurrence. Rate of VTE recurrence was defined as a newly diagnosed VTE within 6 months of initiation of anticoagulation. Bleeding rate was defined using International Society on Thrombosis and Hemostasis criteria: bleeding event into a critical site and/or a ≥2 point decrease in baseline hemoglobin. Results: A total of 109 patients with SCD met inclusion criteria. 66 patients (60%) were female. SCD genotypes represented included HbSS in 91 patients (83%), HbSC in 12 (11%) and HbS β+ thalassemia in 4 (4%). There were no patients with HbS-β0 thalassemia. VTEs consisted of 69 DVTs and 43 pulmonary emboli. 31 out of 109 VTEs were provoked, including 30 catheter-related incidents. After initial VTE event, 32 patients received a VKA, 34 received LMWH, and 43 received a DOAC. Within the class of DOACs, 31 patients received rivaroxaban, 5 received apixaban, and 7 received dabigatran. Sixteen of 109 patients (15%) experienced a clinically significant bleeding event, including 8 on VKA, 6 on LMWH, and 2 on a DOAC. Bleeding incidence was least with the DOAC class [0.22 CI (0.04-0.84) p < 0.05], greatest with warfarin [1.55 CI (0.57-4.33) p < 0.05] and slightly less with LMWH [0.64 CI (0.23-1.73) p < 0.05]. There was a significant decrease in incidence of bleeding events in patients receiving a DOAC for anticoagulation, compared to a VKA or LMWH (p = 0.033). At a median follow-up of 11.8 months (range, 3.4 - 60 months), 33 patients had a recurrent VTE, including 10 on VKA, 10 on LMWH and 13 taking a DOAC (p = 0.833). An association between VTE and SCD genotype could not be identified due to small numbers of patients with non-HbSS genotypes. Conclusion: In patients with SCD and VTE, there was a significant decrease in incidence of bleeding events in patients receiving a DOAC for anticoagulation, compared to a VKA or LMWH (p = 0.033). There was no difference between VTE recurrence rate and choice of initial anticoagulation. Figure Figure. Disclosures No relevant conflicts of interest to declare.

scholarly journals Impact of anticoagulation and antiplatelet drugs on surgery rates and mortality in trauma patients

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Felix M. Bläsius ◽  
Markus Laubach ◽  
Hagen Andruszkow ◽  
Cavan Lübke ◽  
Philipp Lichte ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hospital Mortality ◽  
Vitamin K Antagonists ◽  
Oral Anticoagulants ◽  
Direct Oral Anticoagulants ◽  
Anticoagulation Therapy ◽  
Severe Trauma ◽  
Antiplatelet Drugs ◽  
Trauma Patients ◽  
Secondary Endpoints ◽  
Surgery Rates

AbstractPreinjury anticoagulation therapy (AT) is associated with a higher risk for major bleeding. We aimed to evaluated the influence of preinjury anticoagulant medication on the clinical course after moderate and severe trauma. Patients in the TraumaRegister DGU ≥ 55 years who received AT were matched with patients not receiving AT. Pairs were grouped according to the drug used: Antiplatelet drugs (APD), vitamin K antagonists (VKA) and direct oral anticoagulants (DOAC). The primary end points were early (< 24 h) and total in-hospital mortality. Secondary endpoints included emergency surgical procedure rates and surgery rates. The APD group matched 1759 pairs, the VKA group 677 pairs, and the DOAC group 437 pairs. Surgery rates were statistically significant higher in the AT groups compared to controls (APD group: 51.8% vs. 47.8%, p = 0.015; VKA group: 52.4% vs. 44.8%, p = 0.005; DOAC group: 52.6% vs. 41.0%, p = 0.001). Patients on VKA had higher total in-hospital mortality (23.9% vs. 19.5%, p = 0.026), whereas APD patients showed a significantly higher early mortality compared to controls (5.3% vs. 3.5%, p = 0.011). Standard operating procedures should be developed to avoid lethal under-triage. Further studies should focus on detailed information about complications, secondary surgical procedures and preventable risk factors in relation to mortality.

Mechanical thrombectomy in orally anticoagulated patients with acute ischemic stroke

2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (9) ◽  
pp. 834-838 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gustavo Zapata-Wainberg ◽  
Álvaro Ximénez-Carrillo ◽  
Santiago Trillo ◽  
Blanca Fuentes ◽  
Antonio Cruz-Culebras ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Ischemic Stroke ◽  
Acute Ischemic Stroke ◽  
Intracranial Hemorrhage ◽  
Vitamin K ◽  
Mechanical Thrombectomy ◽  
Vitamin K Antagonists ◽  
Oral Anticoagulants ◽  
Direct Oral Anticoagulants ◽  
Mortality Rates ◽  
Anticoagulated Patients

Background and purposeTo investigate the efficacy and safety of mechanical thrombectomy in patients with acute ischemic stroke according to the oral anticoagulation medication taken at the time of stroke onset.Materials and methodsA retrospective multicenter study of prospectively collected data based on data from the registry the Madrid Stroke Network was performed. We included consecutive patients with acute ischemic stroke treated with mechanical thrombectomy and compared the frequency of intracranial hemorrhage and the modified Rankin Scale (mRS) score at 3 months according to anticoagulation status.ResultsThe study population comprised 502 patients, of whom 389 (77.5%) were not anticoagulated, 104 (20.7%) were taking vitamin K antagonists, and 9 (1.8%) were taking direct oral anticoagulants. Intravenous thrombolysis had been performed in 59.8% and 15.0% of non-anticoagulated and anticoagulated patients, respectively. Rates of intracranial hemorrhage after treatment were similar between non-anticoagulated and anticoagulated patients, as were rates of recanalization. After 3 months of follow-up, the mRS score was ≤2 in 56.3% and 55.7% of non-anticoagulated and anticoagulated patients, respectively (P=NS). Mortality rates were similar in the two groups (13.1%and12.4%, respectively). Among anticoagulated patients, no differences were found for intracranial bleeding, mRS score, or mortality rates between patients taking vitamin K antagonists and those taking direct oral anticoagulants.ConclusionsMechanical thrombectomy is feasible in anticoagulated patients with acute ischemic stroke. The outcomes and safety profile are similar to those of patients with no prior anticoagulation therapy.

scholarly journals DOACs- balance between thrombosis and bleeding - A Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 32-36
Author(s):  
Emilija Lazarova Trajkovska
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin K Antagonists ◽  
Oral Anticoagulants ◽  
Direct Oral Anticoagulants ◽  
Bleeding Event ◽  
Common Side Effect ◽  
Clotting Factors ◽  
Bleeding Events ◽  
Real World Data ◽  
Reversal Agents ◽  
Life Threatening

Bleeding is a common side effect of anticoagulant use. However, the majority of bleeding events are not life-threatening and can be managed conservatively. The first step in managing any significant bleeding event is to temporarily stop using the anticoagulant. The aim of this review was to determine the appropriate management strategy for an acutely bleeding patient on DOACs.  Direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) are now widely used in treatment of venous thromboembolism (VTE) and are recommended first-line over vitamin K antagonists (VKAs) in non-cancer associated VTE. Until recently, supportive measures and infusion of clotting factors were the only available options for reversal of DOACs. Within the last 4 years, approval of specific antidotes has led to hopes for improved outcomes in DOAC-related acute bleeding, however limitations remain including cost, availability and "real-world" data. In severe and life-threatening bleeding events, use of non-specific (e.g. PCC) or specific (e.g. idarucizumab, andexanet alpha) reversal agents are recommended. However, further data is needed to compare outcomes between these two management strategies and identify the cost-effectiveness of these various strategies.

scholarly journals Applied Nanotechnologies in Anticoagulant Therapy: From Anticoagulants to Coagulation Test Performance of Drug Delivery Systems

Applied Nano ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 98-117
Author(s):  
Yuri B. G. Patriota ◽  
Luíse L. Chaves ◽  
Evren H. Gocke ◽  
Patricia Severino ◽  
Mônica F. R. Soares ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Drug Delivery ◽  
Anticoagulant Therapy ◽  
Test Performance ◽  
Vitamin K Antagonists ◽  
Oral Anticoagulants ◽  
Direct Oral Anticoagulants ◽  
Delivery Systems ◽  
Reversal Agent ◽  
Laboratory Assessment ◽  
Administration Routes

Heparin-based delivery systems have been explored to improve their therapeutic efficacy and to reduce toxicity for different administration routes. Regardless of the applied drug delivery system (DDS), the evaluation of anticoagulant performance is instrumental for the development of a suitable DDS. The understanding of the range of anticoagulant assays, together with their key applications and limitations, is essential both within the context of scientific research and for clinical usage. This review provides an overview of the current anticoagulant therapy and discusses the advantages and limitations of currently available anticoagulant assays. We also discuss studies involving low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH)-based nanocarriers with emphasis on their anticoagulation performance. Conventional anticoagulants have been used for decades for the treatment of many diseases. Direct oral anticoagulants have overcome some limitations of heparins and vitamin K antagonists. However, the lack of an accurate laboratory assessment, as well as the lack of a factor “xaban” (Xa) inhibitor reversal agent, remains a major problem associated with these anticoagulants. LMWHs represent anticoagulant agents with noteworthy efficacy and safety, and they have been explored to improve their outcomes with various nanocarriers through several administration routes. The main problems related to LMWHs have been surmounted, and improved efficiency may be achieved through the use of DDSs.

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