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Huang G, Tian FY, An W, Ai LS, Yu YB. Effects of antithrombotic therapy on bleeding after endoscopic sphincterotomy: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Endosc Int Open 2022; 10:E865-E873. [PMID: 35692927 PMCID: PMC9187383 DOI: 10.1055/a-1793-9479] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2021] [Accepted: 01/31/2022] [Indexed: 10/25/2022] Open
Abstract
Background and study aims Bleeding is a common complication of following endoscopy sphincterotomy (EST), and antithrombotic therapy use during the procedure often increases risk of it. Although several guidelines have been released regarding the use of antithrombotic agents during EST, many issues about it remain controversial. We carried out a systematic review and meta-analysis to evaluate the effect of antithrombotic medication on the risk of EST bleeding. Methods A structured literature search was carried out in Web of Science, EMBASE, PubMed, and Cochrane Library databases. RevMan 5.2 was used for meta-analysis to investigate the rate of post-EST bleeding. Results Seven retrospective articles were included. Compared with patients who had never taken antithrombotic drugs, patients who discontinued antithrombotic drugs 1 day before the procedure had a significantly increased risk of post-EST bleeding (OR, 1.95; 95 %CI, 1.57-2.43), particularly for severe bleeding (OR, 1.83; 95 %CI, 1.44-2.34). In addition, compared with patients who discontinued antithrombotic therapy for at least 1 day, patients who continued taking antithrombotic drugs did have an increased risk of post-EST bleeding (OR, 0.70; 95 %CI, 0.40-1.23). Conclusions The use of antithrombotic drugs may increase the bleeding rate of EST, but discontinuing therapy 1 day before endoscopy does not significantly reduce the bleeding rate.
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Affiliation(s)
- Gang Huang
- Department of Gastroenterology, Laboratory of Translational Gastroenterology, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong Province, P. R. China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Laboratory of Translational Gastroenterology, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong Province, P. R. China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Laboratory of Translational Gastroenterology, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong Province, P. R. China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Laboratory of Translational Gastroenterology, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong Province, P. R. China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Laboratory of Translational Gastroenterology, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong Province, P. R. China
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Chan A, Philpott H, Lim AH, Au M, Tee D, Harding D, Chinnaratha MA, George B, Singh R. Anticoagulation and antiplatelet management in gastrointestinal endoscopy: A review of current evidence. World J Gastrointest Endosc 2020; 12:408-450. [PMID: 33269053 PMCID: PMC7677885 DOI: 10.4253/wjge.v12.i11.408] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2020] [Revised: 10/01/2020] [Accepted: 11/05/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
The role of endoscopic procedures, in both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes is continually expanding and evolving rapidly. In this context, endoscopists will encounter patients prescribed on anticoagulant and antiplatelet medications frequently. This poses an increased risk of intraprocedural and delayed gastrointestinal bleeding. Thus, there is now greater importance on optimal pre, peri and post-operative management of anticoagulant and/or antiplatelet therapy to minimise the risk of post-procedural bleeding, without increasing the risk of a thromboembolic event as a consequence of therapy interruption. Currently, there are position statements and guidelines from the major gastroenterology societies. These are available to assist endoscopists with an evidenced-based systematic approach to anticoagulant and/or antiplatelet management in endoscopic procedures, to ensure optimal patient safety. However, since the publication of these guidelines, there is emerging evidence not previously considered in the recommendations that may warrant changes to our current clinical practices. Most notably and divergent from current position statements, is a growing concern regarding the use of heparin bridging therapy during warfarin cessation and its associated risk of increased bleeding, suggestive that this practice should be avoided. In addition, there is emerging evidence that anticoagulant and/or antiplatelet therapy may be safe to be continued in cold snare polypectomy for small polyps (< 10 mm).
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- Andrew Chan
- Department of Gastroenterology, Lyell McEwin Hospital, Adelaide 5112, South Australia, Australia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Lyell McEwin Hospital, Adelaide 5112, South Australia, Australia
- School of Medicine, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide 5005, Australia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Lyell McEwin Hospital, Adelaide 5112, South Australia, Australia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Lyell McEwin Hospital, Adelaide 5112, South Australia, Australia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Lyell McEwin Hospital, Adelaide 5112, South Australia, Australia
- School of Medicine, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide 5005, Australia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Lyell McEwin Hospital, Adelaide 5112, South Australia, Australia
- School of Medicine, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide 5005, Australia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Lyell McEwin Hospital, Adelaide 5112, South Australia, Australia
- School of Medicine, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide 5005, Australia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Lyell McEwin Hospital, Adelaide 5112, South Australia, Australia
- School of Medicine, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide 5005, Australia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Lyell McEwin Hospital, Adelaide 5112, South Australia, Australia
- School of Medicine, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide 5005, Australia
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