Template:Thoracentesis with coagulopathy

Thoracentesis if coagulopathic

  • Platelets <50K[1]
  • INR >2x normal[2]
  • Mechanical ventilation
  1. McVay P. et al. Lack of increased bleeding after paracentesis and thoracentesis in patients with mild coagulation abnormalities. Transfusion. 1991 Feb;31(2):164-71
  2. McVay P. et al. Lack of increased bleeding after paracentesis and thoracentesis in patients with mild coagulation abnormalities. Transfusion. 1991 Feb;31(2):164-71