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Phacoemulsification cataract surgery in patients receiving novel oral anticoagulant medications.

Janice J C CheungShasha LiuKenneth Kai Wang Li
Published in: International ophthalmology (2018)
The present study found no difference in haemorrhagic complications between cases continuing and withholding NOAC during phacoemulsification. Nevertheless, the potential risks and benefits to continue or withhold NOAC perioperatively should be carefully considered via a multidisciplinary approach.
Keyphrases
  • cataract surgery
  • human health
  • atrial fibrillation
  • oral anticoagulants
  • venous thromboembolism
  • risk factors
  • quality improvement