Reversing Warfarin - ACCP New Guidelines – Diane Birnbaumer, MD

Explore the latest ACCP guidelines for reversing warfarin in this 29-minute lecture by Dr. Diane Birnbaumer. Delve into the intricacies of warfarin, its reversal process, and the nuances of over-anticoagulation. Learn about the role of Vitamin K, Fresh Frozen Plasma (FFP), and other key factors in managing anticoagulation. Gain insights into checking INRs and understand the specific recommendations for diagnosis and therapy in emergency care settings. This presentation, part of the 33rd Annual EM & Acute Care Course, combines evidence-based literature with clinical experience to provide a comprehensive overview of this critical topic in emergency medicine.

Intro
What is warfarin
ACCP Guidelines
Reversing Warfarin
Vitamin K
FFP
Magic
The nuances
Over anticoagulation issues
Checking INRs