Abstract:Introduction:
Mismanagement of antithrombotic medications often leads to cancelled elective procedures. Pharmacist-led anticoagulation management prior to elective procedures is not well studied.
Methods:
We implemented a best practice advisory (BPA) that offered referral to a pharmacist-led medication management service prior to elective outpatient gastrointestinal endoscopies. Eligible patients were taking warfarin, a direct oral anticoagulant, and/or… Show more
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