Premature discontinuation increases thrombotic event risk. Epidural/spinal hematoma risk increases during neuraxial procedures. Monitor patients for neurologic impairment during neuraxial procedures
Each tablet contains 15mg rivaroxaban and 24.13mg lactose. Prescription-only medicine for stroke prevention and DVT/PE treatment. Available in red, round biconvex tablets with "15" and "BAYER" markings
IVC is largest vein in human body located on right side of aorta. Arises from common iliac veins at L5 vertebra level. Ascends posterior abdominal wall through L3-L5 vertebrae. Enters thorax through inferior vena caval foramen of diaphragm
PE is partial or complete occlusion of pulmonary arteries due to thrombus. Non-thrombotic sources include gas, fat, tumor, and foreign bodies. Classified based on hemodynamic compromise, temporal pattern, and symptoms
HIT is low platelet count due to heparin administration. Immune system forms antibodies against heparin-PF4 complexes. Platelet activation leads to thrombosis and decreased platelet count
Trousseau sign involves recurrent blood clots appearing in different locations. First described by Armand Trousseau in 1860s. Trousseau attributed thrombosis to blood composition changes