SSWAHS Clinical Guidelines
Clinical Quality Council Approval: November 2006
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SYDNEY SOUTH WEST AREA HEALTH SERVICE
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Guidelines- Anticoagulation: Heparin &
Warfarin
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Table of Contents
Section
Description
Page
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Intravenous Standard Heparin Protocols
3-5
2
Low Molecular Weight Heparin
1-5
3
Management of Bleeding on Intravenous Stand and Low
Molecular Weight Heparin
1
4
Initiation of Warfarin Therapy
1-5
5
Management High INR and Bleeding During Warfarin Therapy
1-2
6
Perioperative Management of Anticoagulant Therapy in patients
on Warfarin
1-6
7
Intravenous Standard Heparin Protocols (Syringe Driver
Protocols)
1-3
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Intravenous Standard Heparin Protocols
(100 units/ml infusion)
Note: The following protocols are for infusional devices using 25,000
units of sodium heparin in 250 ml normal saline (0.9% sodium chloride)
and are not suitable for infusional devices using higher concentrations.
Therapy is usually initiated with a bolus intravenous dose of heparin calculated
by body weight, and then a heparin infusion commenced at the rate indicated
below. The initial bolus dose is usually omitted following cardiothoracic
surgery. It will often be appropriate to omit the bolus dose in the early
postoperative period where there is a high risk of bleeding. If in doubt, discuss
this with the surgeon responsible for the patient.
A. Heparin protocol for Acute Coronary Syndrome (STEMI,
non-STEMI and Unstable Angina):
DOSAGE:
Concentration = 25,000 units heparin sodium in 250ml
normal saline (0.9% sodium chloride). (100 units per
ml).
Based on 12 units/kg/hr MAX:1000units/hr
WEIGHT (kg)
BOLUS
(units)
UNITS PER HOUR
Starting rate
mL per hour*
50
3000
600
6
55 3300
660
7
60
3600
720
7
65 3900
780
8
70
4000
840
8
75 4000
900
9
80
4000
960
10
>80
4000
1000
10
•
Note: millilitres per hour have been rounded to the nearest whole number.
The first APTT is taken six hours after commencing the infusion and the rate
adjusted as below.
U
NFRACTIONATED
H
EPARIN
D
OSAGE
A
DJUSTMENT
P
ROTOCOL
F
OR
C
ORONARY
S
YNDROME
(S
TEMI
AND
N
ON
S
TEMI
)
Based on aPTT Normal Range of 25-35 Seconds & Infusion of 25,000units in 250mL (100
units/ml)
aPTT
(seconds)
Bolus Dose
IV
Stop Infusion
IV Rate Change
(mL/hr)
Repeat aPTT
<35
2,000 units
increase 2 mL/hr from
current rate
6 hours
35-54
Nil
NO
increase 1mL/hr from
current rate
6 hours
55-75
T h e r a p e u t i c R a n g e - N o C h a n g e f r o m c u r r e n t
r a t e
Daily
76-90
Nil
NO
Reduce 1mL/hr from
current rate
6 hours
91-105
Nil
NO
Reduce 2mL/hr from
current rate
6 hours
> 105
Nil
60 mins
Restart at 2mL/h less
than previous rate
6 hrs
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B. HEPARIN PROTOCOL FOR ATRIAL FIBRILLATION,
VENOUS AND ARTERIAL THROMBOEMBOLIC DISEASE,
PROSTHETIC HEART VALVES
DOSAGE:
Concentration = 25,000 units heparin sodium in 250 normal
saline (0.9% sodium chloride). (100 units per ml) Based on 18
units/kg/hour.
WEIGHT
BOLUS
UNITS PER HOUR
Starting rate
mL per hour*
50 3500
900
9
55
3500
990
10
60 5000
1080
11
65
5000
1170
12
70 5000
1260
13
75
5000
1350
13
80 5000
1440
14
85
5000
1530
15
90
5000
1620
16
95
7500
1710
17
100
7500
1800
18
110
7500
1980
20
>120 7500
2100
21
*Note: Millilitres per hour has been rounded to the nearest whole number
The first APTT is taken six hours after commencing the infusion and the rate
adjusted as below.
IV U
NFRACTIONATED
H
EPARIN
D
OSAGE
A
DJUSTMENT
P
ROTOCOL
F
OR
AF/VTED (T
ABLE
2)
Based on aPTT Normal Range of 25-35 Seconds & Infusion of 25,000units in 250mL
aPTT
(seconds)
Bolus Dose
IV
Stop Infusion
IV Rate Change
(mL/hr)
Repeat aPTT
< 35
5,000 units
NO
increase 2mL/hr from
current rate
6 hours
35-45
Nil
NO
increase 2mL/hr from
current rate
6 hours
46-54
Nil
NO
increase 1mL/hr from
current rate
6 hours
55-90
T h e r a p e u t i c R a n g e - N o C h a n g e f r o m c u r r e n t
r a t e
Daily
91-95
Nil
NO
decrease 1mL/hr from
current rate
6 hours
96-105
Nil
NO
decrease 2mL/hr from
current rate
6 hours
> 105
Nil
60 mins
Restart at 2mL/h less
than previous rate
6 hrs
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Notes on intravenous heparin:
1) A baseline full blood count, PT and APTT should be performed prior to
heparin therapy. A Haematologist should be consulted if there are
significant baseline abnormalities.
2) Full blood count should be performed at least three times per week, to
exclude heparin induced thrombocytopenia and a fall in haemoglobin to
suggest bleeding.
3) The possibility of a retroperitoneal bleed should be considered in the
absence of another identified cause of pain in the back, leg, or
abdomen. A full blood count should be performed and reviewed as soon
as possible, as well as urgent medical assessment and imaging of the
abdomen.
4) Where the therapeutic intention is anticoagulation for venous thrombo-
embolism, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) should be
ceased to reduce the risk of bleeding.
5) In patients who have just had cardiac or great vessel surgery,
consideration should be given to omitting the bolus dose of heparin.
This should be discussed with the Cardiothoracic Surgeon.
6) If the patient has had a recent surgical procedure, anticoagulation
should be discussed with the Surgeon prior to initiation, where possible.
Safety Issues with infusion pumps:
Care needs to be taken that pumps are operated according to hospital
protocols and the manufacturer’s instructions. To reduce the risk of accidental
infusion of a large volume of heparin solutions:
1. Turn off the flow occlusion device on the infusion BEFORE removing
the set from the pump.
2. Set the volume to be delivered to 50 ml, to reduce the risk of accidental
infusion of larger volumes.
Changing Between Intravenous Heparin and Clexane
Where a decision is made to change the patient from intravenous heparin to
Clexane, the calculated dose of Clexane (see low molecular weight heparin
protocol) should usually be administered as soon as the intravenous heparin is
ceased, assuming the patient was not over-anticoagulated on heparin at the
time.
If the patient were changed from subcutaneous Clexane to intravenous
heparin, intravenous heparin would normally be commenced when the next
dose of Clexane is due, assuming the patient was not over-anticoagulated at
the time.
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Low Molecular Weight Heparin
(Thrombo-embolism and Unstable Coronary Artery Syndromes)
Enoxaparin (Clexane) is the preferred low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) in
these guidelines. Dalteparin (Fragmin) may be alternatively used where it is the
preferred choice of the Attending Medical Officer. Fragmin is discussed for
prophylaxis only.
AVAILABILITY:
Clexane 20mg, 40mg, 60mg, 80mg, 100mg, 120 mg, 150 mg syringes
Fragmin 2,500 units, 5,000 units
BEFORE STARTING TREATMENT:
•
Baseline full blood count, PT, APTT, electrolytes, urea and creatinine. A
Haematologist should be consulted if there are significant baseline
abnormalities of full blood count, PT and/or APTT.
•
Estimate the calculated creatinine clearance (CCR, see attached table).
The eGFR is automatically calculated by many Pathology Laboratories
(see
http://www.kidney.org.au
& Med J Aust 2005; 183:138-141) but may
not be accurate at extremes of body weight, children, or with acute
changes in kidney function. If in doubt CCR should be calculated.
•
For patients with venous thrombo-embolism, cease antiplatelet agents
unless it is specifically intended to continue these, and the benefit
outweighs the risk.
DOSE:
Prophylaxis:
Clexane 20 mg daily SCI (low risk prophylaxis
or body weight <50 kg) and 40 mg daily SCI
(high risk prophylaxis). Care in patients of
lower body weight (<50 kg) and impaired renal
function (see below)
OR
Fragmin 2,500 units daily SCI (low risk
prophylaxis or body weight <50 kg) and 5,000
units daily SCI (high risk prophylaxis)
Therapeutic dosing (twice daily):
Normal or near normal renal function
(CCR >60 ml/min)
Clexane 1 mg/kg Q12H SCI (no cap based on weight
but check peak anti-Xa levels if body weight >100 kg
)
Moderate renal impairment
(CCR= 30-60 ml/min)
Clexane 1 mg/kg Q12H SCI (maximum 100 mg
initial dose), with daily or second daily
monitoring of anti-Xa levels (see below) until a
stable level is achieved, with less frequent
monitoring in situations where long term
therapy is employed.
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Severe renal impairment
(CCR<30 ml/min)
Avoid in most circumstances, unless in close
consultation with a Renal Physician and/or
Haematologist. If used, Clexane 1 mg/kg/day
with daily or second daily monitoring of anti-Xa
levels (see below) until a stable level is
achieved.
.
Therapeutic dosing (once daily – not suitable for coronary artery
syndromes):
Normal renal function
(CCR > 60 ml/min)
Clexane 1.5 mg/kg daily (maximum 150 mg
dose). If the patient’s weight is >100 kg, twice
daily 1 mg/kg is recommended, as above.
ADMINISTRATION:
•
Clean skin with an alcohol swab.
•
Inject whole length of needle vertically into a skin fold (usually the
lower abdomen), holding skin fold throughout injection.
•
The very small air bubble commonly found in the syringe does not
need to be expelled.
•
Depress plunger to recommended dose.
•
Exert pressure with a swab for 1-2 minutes to reduce bruising (do not
rub).
PRECAUTIONS:
•
Clexane is renally excreted and accumulates in renal failure. Care is
required particularly in the elderly, patients on antiplatelet drugs, and in
the presence of impaired renal function.
•
Calculated creatinine clearance rate (CCR) may overestimate renal
function in very obese or oedematous patients. Formal assessment of
renal function is recommended in these patients.
•
APTT is insensitive to Clexane and cannot be used for monitoring –
anti-Xa levels are required (see below).
•
If the patient has had a recent surgical procedure, the Surgeon
involved should be consulted before the commencement of therapeutic
dose LMWH.
•
Ideally enoxaparin at therapeutic dose should not be given <24 hours
prior to invasive procedures.
•
Vascular access sheaths should remain in situ for 6-8 hours after the
administration of Clexane and doses withheld for 6-8 hours after
removal.
•
Extreme care in the use of Clexane in patients receiving neuroaxial
anaesthesia because of the risk of bleeding (consult with an
Anaesthetist).
•
Heparin related thrombocytopenia and thrombosis is an uncommon
but potentially serious complication of heparin therapy, requiring
urgent review of anticoagulation therapy and consultation with Senior
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Medical Staff (see below).
MONITORING:
•
Blood should be taken 4 hours (3-5 hours) after a dose of Clexane for
anti-Xa levels.
•
For twice daily dosing, the therapeutic range is 0.6-1.0 IU/ml.
•
For once daily dosing, the peak anti-Xa level should be 1-2 IU/ml
(there is less literature on once daily dosing compared to twice daily
dosing).
•
A full blood count should be checked second daily on inpatients on
LMWH therapy, to exclude heparin thrombocytopenia and a fall in
haemoglobin to suggest bleeding. In patients receiving extended
LMHW heparin therapy as an outpatient (e.g. anticoagulation during
pregnancy), it is reasonable to check a full blood count weekly for
three weeks and then monthly.
•
The possibility of a retroperitoneal bleed should be considered in the
absence of another identified cause of pain in the back, leg, or
abdomen. A full blood count should be performed and reviewed as
soon as possible, as well as urgent medical assessment and imaging
of the abdomen.
•
Where the therapeutic intention is anticoagulation for venous thrombo-
embolism, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) should be
ceased to reduce the risk of bleeding
.
Reference:
Hirsh J & Raschke R. The Seventh ACCP Conference on antithrombotic and
thrombolytic therapy. Chest. 2004;126:188S-203S
The Australasian Creatinine Consensus Working Group. Chronic kidney disease
and automatic reporting of estimated glomerular filtration rate: a position
statement. Med J Aust 2005; 183: 138-141.
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Charts for estimating GFR:
Normal Renal Function (Calculated Creatinine Clearance (CCR)>60
ml/minute
1mg/kg twice daily
Moderate Renal Impairment:
CCR 30-60mL/min
1mg/kg twice daily. Check peak (4 hours after a dose) anti-Xa level day 2 &
day 3 of therapy, and every second day after that until stable.
Severe Renal Impairment
CCR
< 30mL/min
1mg/kg daily. Check peak (4 hours after a dose) anti-Xa level day 2 & day 3
of therapy, and every second day after that until stable.
SERUM CREATININE <100 micromol/
L and CCR
Age
Sex
Weight
40kg
50kg
60kg
70kg
80kg
90kg
100kg
50yrs M
F
60yrs M
F
70yrs M
F
<30
ml/min
30- 50
ml/min
80yrs M
F
90yrs M
F
30>100>24>30>50>50>50>35>
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