Aspirin for VTE Prophylaxis after THA or TKA, Fluid Management for Sepsis in Patients with ESRD, Cirrhosis and CHF

Aspirin for VTE Prophylaxis after THA or TKA, Fluid Management for Sepsis in Patients with ESRD, Cirrhosis and CHF

Author: Stephen Jenkins, MD, Austin Rupp, MD February 12, 2020 Duration: 29:09
Today we are joined by the man, the myth, and the legend, Dr. Stacy Johnson, to talk about a new meta-analysis of using aspirin for DVT prophylaxis after a total hip or knee replacement. We also review a new retrospective cohort study from Cleveland Clinic on whether it's safe to give the recommended 30 ml/kg fluid bolus to patients with sepsis who also have CHF, cirrhosis or ESRD. Check it out! Aspirin for VTE Prophylaxis after THA or TKA Fluid Management for Sepsis in Patien...

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