Journal article
American Society of Hematology living guidelines on the use of anticoagulation for thromboprophylaxis in patients with COVID-19: July 2021 update on post-discharge thromboprophylaxis
Abstract
BACKGROUND: COVID-19-related acute illness is associated with an increased risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE).
OBJECTIVE: These evidence-based guidelines of the American Society of Hematology (ASH) are intended to support patients, clinicians, and other health care professionals in decisions about the use of anticoagulation for thromboprophylaxis in patients with COVID-19 who do not have confirmed or suspected VTE.
Authors
Cuker A; Tseng EK; Nieuwlaat R; Angchaisuksiri P; Blair C; Dane K; Davila J; DeSancho MT; Diuguid D; Griffin DO
Journal
Blood Advances, Vol. 6, No. 2, pp. 664–671
Publisher
American Society of Hematology
Publication Date
January 25, 2022
DOI
10.1182/bloodadvances.2021005945
ISSN
2473-9529