Line-Related Thrombosis: How Long to Anticoagulate After?
Abdul Mannan, Consultant Haematologist at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, shared on LinkedIn:
Important clinical update on catheter-related thrombosis management
As clinicians, we often face questions about anticoagulation duration after catheter removal. The evidence suggests:
- NCCN guidelines recommend a minimum 3-month treatment for thrombosis, particularly in active malignancy
- Emerging evidence shows 1-month regimens may be sufficient in selected cases, with promising outcomes
- Patient-specific factors matter: cancer remission status significantly reduces recurrence risk (2.3%)
Key considerations include balancing thrombosis recurrence (4.8% at 1 year) against major haemorrhage risks (2.8-4.9%)
What’s your experience with anticoagulation duration in these cases? Would love to hear colleagues’ perspectives.”
Read the full review post here.
Review Post: For catheter or line-related thrombosis where removal is necessary, how long should anticoagulation be continued?
Author: Abdul Mannan
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