DOAC Reversal
Overview
Managing bleeding in patients on Direct Oral Anticoagulants (DOACs) requires a rapid and informed approach. This module provides guidance on identifying DOAC-related bleeds, selecting appropriate reversal strategies, and balancing the risks of thromboembolism. It covers both specific and non-specific reversal agents, laboratory testing considerations, and practical steps for emergency and non-emergency situations, ensuring you can make evidence-based decisions when treating DOAC-associated bleeding.
Top Questions
- 1. Which medications are classified as DOACs and what are their main characteristics?
- 2. Which lab tests can be ordered to determine DOAC activity levels?
- 3. What DOAC reversal agents can I use?
- 4. How do I treat a patient with a life-threatening bleed on a DOAC?
- 5. How do I treat non-life threatening bleeds?
- 6. How do I manage a patient taking a DOAC before emergency/urgent surgery?
- 7. When should I consider repeat dosing of the reversal agent or PCC if my patient is still bleeding?
- 8. What should be considered before I re-start the patient on a DOAC?
- 9. References
- 10. DOAC Reversal Quiz
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