A Bridge Too Far? Navigating Perioperative Anticoagulation Challenges in Nonurgent Procedures
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Host Dr. Alex Spyropoulos is joined by global experts Drs. James Douketis and Marc Samama for a focused, practical discussion on perioperative anticoagulation management in nonurgent procedures. Together, they clarify: When and how to safely interrupt warfarin and direct oral anticoagulants Why heparin bridging is now rarely needed How procedural bleeding risk and pharmacokinetics inform decision-making The episode reviews evidence from key clinical trials, outlines when anticoagulation can safely be continued for minimal-bleed-risk procedures, and explores future...
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Antithrombotic Stewardship
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Host Tara Lech is joined by Drs. Scott Woller and Virginia Silvari for a thoughtful conversation on anticoagulation stewardship: what it is, why it matters, and how it can help patients who need antithrombotic therapy. They share examples from their own practice, talk through common challenges, and offer simple steps for improving care across settings. Topics: What makes anticoagulation stewardship different from traditional management How to choose the right anticoagulant for each patient Practical system-level steps to support safe prescribing Lessons from U.S. and European practices...
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Recent Advances in Immunothrombosis & Thromboinflammation
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Join host Christian Weber, MD (LMU Munich) with vascular biology experts Kimberly Martinod, PhD (University of Rochester) and Konstantin Stark, MD (LMU Munich) as they explore the evolving science of immunothrombosis and thromboinflammation—concepts that rose to prominence during COVID-19 but reach far beyond infectious disease. Learn about: How thrombotic and inflammatory mechanisms impact cardiovascular disease, sepsis, and beyond Emerging biomarkers and therapies with the potential to improve patient outcomes The critical role of scientist–clinician collaboration in translating...
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When Time is Limb: Acute Limb Ischemia and Thrombotic Emergencies
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Join JoMarie Monzon, NP (Cedars-Sinai, Vasculearn Network) as she welcomes moderator Dr. Cassra Arbabi and guests Drs. Donald Baril (Cedars-Sinai) and Efthymios (Makis) Avgerinos (Athens Medical Center) for a high-stakes discussion on acute limb ischemia (ALI). Explore U.S. and European approaches to this vascular emergency—from recognition to revascularization—and gain practical, globally informed insights on saving limbs and lives. Topics covered: Recognizing the “six Ps” of ALI Why urgency is critical Imaging pathways in the U.S. and Europe Open vs. endovascular...
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Conversations that count: Communicating with patients about anticoagulation
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Dr. Bethany Samuelson Bannow is joined by Dr. Erik Klok and Dr. Geoff Barnes for a discussion on the best ways to communicate with your patients about anticoagulation. Anticoagulation therapy is a cornerstone of care for patients, but starting and managing these medications can be overwhelming for patients. In this episode, we’ll cover common patient questions, tips for improving adherence, how to discuss lifestyle considerations and considering shared decision-making. Today’s episode is presented by the ISTH in partnership with Vasculearn Network. Vasculearn’s podcast “Clot, Clot,...
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Global Rhythm: US and European Atrial Fibrillation Guidelines Head-to-Head
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Join Dr. Jose Joglar, Chair of the 2023 U.S. AFib Guidelines, and Professor Gregory Lip, Chair of the ESC Council on Stroke, as they dive into the latest U.S. and European atrial fibrillation guidelines. From risk scores to rhythm control, they explore common ground, key differences, and the global shift toward holistic, patient-centered care. (Hint: coffee lovers with AFib, rejoice!) Whether you’re a clinician navigating daily treatment decisions or a curious learner keeping up with cardiology guidelines, this is a must-listen conversation that reveals how far we’ve come in managing AFib...
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Risky Business: Stratifying VTE and Managing Anticoagulation
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Join host Dr. Kerstin de Wit as she welcomes Drs. Cecilia Becattini and Behnood Bikdeli to unpack one of the most nuanced challenges in thrombosis care: venous thromboembolism (VTE) risk stratification and anticoagulation management. This case-based conversation explores: How clinicians navigate decisions around continuing, reducing, or stopping anticoagulation Whether formal risk scores or D-dimer testing guide us—or just add noise The complexities of provoked vs. unprovoked VTE Approaches to shared decision-making Novel therapies on the horizon Tune in now and subscribe...
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Sex as a Risk Factor for AF-related Stroke
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Does sex influence the risk of atrial fibrillation (AF)-related strokes? Is female sex truly an independent risk factor? And what common myths still cloud clinical understanding? In this episode, host Dr. Giulio Francesco Romiti (internal medicine specialist from Sapienza University of Rome, Italy) is joined by guests Dr. Geoff Barnes (cardiologist and vascular medicine specialist, University of Michigan, USA) and Dr. Bernadette Corica (internal medicine specialist and cardiologist in training in Modena, Italy, and honorary research fellow at the Liverpool Centre for Cardiovascular...
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The Burden of Atrial Fibrillation
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In this inaugural episode of Clot Clot Who’s There, global experts Professor Tatjana Potpara (Serbia), and Dr. Annabelle Volgman (USA) join moderator Dr. Panteleimon Papakonstantinou (Ireland) to discuss the rising global prevalence of atrial fibrillation (AF), a leading contributor to strokes and heart failure. They explore regional differences in AF management, evolving guidelines, and the potential of new treatments and technologies. With a focus on prevention, disparities in care, and the importance of early and individualized interventions, this discussion highlights critical pathways...
info_outlineIn this inaugural episode of Clot Clot Who’s There, global experts Professor Tatjana Potpara (Serbia), and Dr. Annabelle Volgman (USA) join moderator Dr. Panteleimon Papakonstantinou (Ireland) to discuss the rising global prevalence of atrial fibrillation (AF), a leading contributor to strokes and heart failure. They explore regional differences in AF management, evolving guidelines, and the potential of new treatments and technologies. With a focus on prevention, disparities in care, and the importance of early and individualized interventions, this discussion highlights critical pathways to improving outcomes for AF patients worldwide.