Continuous infusion of low-dose unfractionated heparin after aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage: a preliminary study of cognitive outcomes

201833 citationsJournal Articlebronze Open Access

Authors

Robert F. James · East Carolina University

Nicolas K. Khattar · University of Louisville

Zaid Aljuboori · Neurological Surgery

Paul S. Page · University of Louisville

Elaine Y. Shao · East Carolina University

Lacey M. Carter · East Carolina University

Kimberly Meyer ·

Abstract

This preliminary study suggests that the Maryland LDIVH protocol may improve cognitive outcomes in aSAH patients. A randomized controlled trial is needed to determine the safety and potential benefit of unfractionated heparin in aSAH patients.

Topics & Keywords

Intracranial Aneurysms: Treatment and Complications Traumatic Brain Injury and Neurovascular Disturbances Vascular Malformations Diagnosis and Treatment

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of neurosurgery

Volume 130, Issue 5, pp. 1460-1467

DOI: 10.3171/2017.11.jns17894

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