Platelet transfusion to reverse antiplatelet therapy before decompressive surgery in patients with intracranial haemorrhage

ConclusionPlatelet concentrate transfusion before cranial decompressive surgery in patients with ICH complicating APT showed a low risk for cardio‐cerebral thrombotic complications. However, the risk of rebleeding remains high, especially in patients with chronic ICH and those pretreated with clopidogrel.

Source: Vox Sanguinis - July 1, 2017 Category: Hematology Authors: M. Baschin, S. Selleng, J. ‐P. Zeden, A. Westphal, T. Kohlmann, H. W. Schroeder, A. Greinacher, T. Thiele Tags: Original Paper Source Type: research