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hypercoagulable state |
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hypercoagulable state Hypercoagulability, thrombophilia Hematology A condition in which there is an abnormal ↑ in clotting Workup PT, PTT, fibrinogen, anticardiolipin antibodies, APC resistance, factor V Leiden, prothrombin G20210A
polymorphism, defects in homocysteine metabolism, protein C, protein S, AT III. See Coagulation, Hereditary thrombophilia, Hypercoagulable state profile. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Warfarin is used for multiple clinical conditions including atrial fibrillation, venous thromboembolism (VTE), certain mechanical prosthetic valves, and hypercoagulable states with concomitant VTE for its anticoagulant effect by inhibiting the vitamin K cycle. A hypercoagulable state then occurs with platelet activation, hemostasis, and blood clot formation followed by fibrinolytic activity; this increases the risk of a coronary event. Early ambulation would be particularly important for the patient with ongoing risk factors for DVT, especially patients with hypercoagulable states. |
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