Antidepressants Linked with Increased Risks After Surgery

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) — among the most widely prescribed antidepressant medications — are associated with increased risk of bleeding, transfusion, hospital readmission and death when taken around the time of surgery, according to a new analysis.
Source: UCSF Medical Center - Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Source Type: news