Coagulation Disorders Flashcards
Give 3 example’s of types of anti-thrombotic medications?
Injectable anticoagulation
oral antigoagulation
anti-platelet medication
Example of Injectable anticoagulation? (1)
Heparins
Examples of oral anticoagulation? (2)
Coumarin
Non-coumarin
Examples of antiplatelet medications? (3)
aspirin
clopidogrel
new drugs (mainly used in cardiology)
Give 2 types of heparin (injectable drugs) (2)
Unfractionated heparin
low molecular weight heparin
Why and where would unfractionated heparin be required?
In a hospital setting
when rapid control of coagulability is necessary, heparin infusions can be used and can be increased or reduced as is necessary
How is unfractionated heparin given and how long is it active for?
Given by infusion and only active for a few minutes
Specifically, why might unfractionated heparin be required in a hospital setting and why might this type of drug be chosen?
Operations
it allows for rapid control
it has a quick onset and quick end to effect
How does unfractionated heparin work?
it inhibits antithrombin 3, preventing its action
How is low molecular weight heparin administered?
Given by subcutaneous injection once daily
What patients might low molecular weight heparin be specifically useful for ? (include example)
patients who have a short term issue with hyper coagulability
An example would be patients who are immobile in bed or recently recovered from procedure which makes them more prone to a coagulation and deep vein thrombosis (caesarean delivery)
What is a con of low molecular weight heparin?
uncomfortable to deliver
(simple terms) How does low molecular weight heparin work?
It stops low level excess clotting without increasing bleeding risk
What are anticoagulants?
Medicines which help prevent blood clots and interfere with coagulation cascade
What are 5 examples of anticoagulants?
Warfarin
Apixaban
Edoxaban
Rivaroxaban
Dabigatran
What is an antiplatelet drug?
Drugs which interfere with platelet numbers or function
Give 8 examples of antiplatelet drugs
Low dose aspirin
clopidogrel
dipyridamole
prasugrel + aspirin
abciximab
eptifibate + aspirin
ticagrelor
tirofaban
PREVENTION: a key factor for patients who suffer from a coagulation disorder is prevention of oral conditions. Name 5 things which factor towards prevention…
regular dental care
dietary advice
oral hygiene
fluoride supplements
fissure sealant
Which dental procedures are safe and can be carried out with all drugs (5)
hygiene therapy
removable pros
restorative dentistry - including crowns and bridges
endodontics
orthodontic treatment
name 5 dental care procedures which you may with to proceed with caution if a patient suffers from a coagulation disorder…
extractions
minor oral surgery
implants
periodontal surgery
biopsies (sometimes)
Name 5 conditions where blood clots will form too readily on or in the circulation?
atrial fibrillation
deep vein thrombosis
heart valve disease
mechanical heart valves
thrombophilia (blood has increased tendency to form clots)
Name 4 sub groups of anticoagulant medicines?
Coumarins
Indanediones
Direct thrombin inhibitor
Factor Xa inhibitor
2 exampls of coumarins..
Warfarin - cheap
Acenocoumarol (Nicoumalone)
Example of Indanediones (1)
Phenindione
Example of direct thrombin inhibitor (1)
Dabigatran
Give 3 examples of Factor Xa inhibitor? (3)
Apixiban
Rivaroxaban
Edoxaban
Describe Warfarin (5)
- Vitamin K antagonist
- the oldest anticoagulant and has most information
- slow onset over 3 days - initial hypercoagulability due to protein C & S inhibition
- inhibits production of Vit K dependant clotting factors, 2, 7, 9, 10
- delay in onset as existing factor have to be consumed
Why does Warfarin have a slow onset ?
initial hypercoagulability due to protein C & S
Which VitaminK dependant clotting factors does warfarin inhibit the production of?
2,7,9,10
Describe what happens in the initial few days of a patient beginning warfarin therapy?
- Vit K inhibition takes between 2-3 days
- patient beginning warfarin is initially at increased risk of coagulation (due to action of drug)
- another form of anticoagulation is often required during this time (NORMALLY HEPARIN)
- patient usually admitted to hospital for this
What happens if a patients warfarin therapy is temporarily stopped?
There will be a period of hyper-coagulability which can put patient at risk from a pulmonary embolism (stops blood from going to lungs)
If patient experiences a period of hyper-coagulability while temporally stops warfarin therapy- what condition does this put the patient at risk of?
Pulmonary embolism (stops blood from going to the lungs)
How is the response from warfarin measured?
INR (international normalised ratio)
What is is normal result (correct action) from INR and what might a higher result indicate? (include value)
normal 2-3, for correct action
3-4 in prosthetic valves and higher risk of DVT (deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism)
Why is INR an effective way of measuring the effect of warfarin?
allows results from different labs to be comparable
How often should INR be checked?
every 4-8 weeks- more often if unstable
The INR (?) can be upset by drug interactions, why?
Interactions with other drugs can affect the effectiveness of warfarin, which is highly bound to plasma proteins in the blood, by either changing its amount or its anticoagulant effect.
What should all patients undergoing warfarin therapy carry with them?
A recording anticoagulant booklet- will outline normal INR and how often has been checked
Describe the stability of INR?
- Not always well controlled
- 30% of patients outside their target range at any one time
- many food and medicines can interact with warfarin and upset the INR
What do the SDCEP guidelines say regarding patients (on warfarin) undergoing procedures which are likely to cause haemorrhage?
-INR and FBC blood test within 72 hours of treatment (within 24hrs preferred)
- INR between 2 and 3 will usually mean no excessive haemorrhage at time of treatment
When would a dentist ideally carry out treatment for a patient on warfarin?
Early in the day and early in the week ( to allow for any issues of bleeding)
What INR result can you still carry out treatment but proceed with caution?
less than 4
What local haemostatic meeasures can be applied for patients on warfarin?
- cellulose sponge
- sutures
- LA infiltration around socket to reduce blood flow
What must be provided to a patient on warfarin post operatively?
post operative instructions including contact number (out of hours contact number)
Name 2 subheadings of drugs which interact with warfarin (and INR)?
Potentiating drugs
inhibiting drugs
How do potentiating drugs affect the INR?
increase INR
How do inhibiting drugs affect the INR?
Reduce INR
Name 4 potentiating drugs?
- amiodarone
- antibiotics
- alcohol (with liver disease)
- NSAIDS (ibuprofen)
Name 4 inhibiting drugs?
-carbamazepine, barbiturates
- cholestyramine
- griseofulvin
- alcohol (without liver disease)
Name the 3 sub-headings of medications to avoid prescribing for dental patients on warfarin? (and examples )
- aspirin (as an analgesic)
- NSAIDs
- ibuprofen
- diclofenac
- Azole antifungal drugs (can be prescribed but INR must be monitored and in conjunction with patient’s doctor)
- fluconazole
- itraconazole
- miconazole
Name 3 hazards of taking warfarin?
- haemorrhage
- trauma, such as a hip/bone fracture following a fall - could result in serious bleed
- soft tissue injury leading to bleeding into muscles
How can rapid reversal of anticoagulation be achieved in a hospital setting?
vitamin K injection
What does NOAC stand for? (where might people live who find this these particularity attractive)
New Oral Anticoagulants, (patients living in rural or remote areas)
What are the pros of NOACs?
-no need to monitor action (predictable bioavailability)
-rapid onset of action (within an hour of dose)
-short duration of action (effect lost within a day, no need to wait several days compared to warfarin)
NOACS and short treatment length (postpone extractions)??? (unsure)
How to oral anticoagulants work?
by preventing the effect of Factor X
Which oral anticoagulants are taken once daily? (3)
Rivaroxiban
Edoxaban
Dabigatran
Which oral anticoagulant is taken twice daily and why?
Abixaban, it has a very short half life
What is first thing a dentist should do before treating a patient taking NOACs?
Assess bleeding risk of procedure
When might you wish to treat a patient on NOACs?
early in the day
Compare the low and high risk procedure risks for patients taking NOACs?
LOW risk procedure:
no NOAC change
pros and restorative for example
HIGHER risk procedure:
miss/delay morning dose
When a patient is taking apixaban what might be the best thing to do if getting a tooth extracted?
miss morning dose and carry out extraction first thing in the morning