BCGP Recert: Highway to the Danger Zone? Anticoagulants in Older Adults

Course overview

0202-0000-25-178-H01-P - Anticoagulants have been shown to significantly reduce the risk of stroke in atrial fibrillation, however in older adults the class has historically been underused due to a perceived risk of adverse effects. Older adults have an increased incidence of bleeding with anticoagulation therapy, with factors such as polypharmacy, vascular changes, and renal/hepatic dysfunction influencing bleeding risk. This case-based session is designed to discuss key considerations for providing safe and effective anticoagulation therapy for older adults.