Thrombolysis

PREOP

• Since these are emergency urgency procedures, the patients are usually admitted to the hospital. If possible, they should be seen in clinic.
• Require overnight hospital stay in ICU (reservations should be made with hospital supervisor)
• Preop labs: CBC, Chem basic, INR, fibrinogen
• Aspirin or Plavix – All patients should be on these medications, unless contraindicated.
• Continue anticoagulation unless contraindicated by MD.

LOCATION OF THE PROCEDURE

• Cath lab

FOLLOW UP

• Phone call 1-2 days after discharge, then CLINIC VISIT 1-2 weeks, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year (unless otherwise directed)
  

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