2020
The use of 4F‐PCC to correct direct oral anticoagulant‐induced coagulopathy: An observational analysis
Zheng Y, Tormey CA. The use of 4F‐PCC to correct direct oral anticoagulant‐induced coagulopathy: An observational analysis. Transfusion Medicine 2020, 30: 304-307. PMID: 32342588, DOI: 10.1111/tme.12683.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsDirect oral anticoagulantsThromboembolic eventsFour-factor prothrombin complex concentrateLevel 1 trauma centerAdditional prospective studiesRetrospective observational studyProthrombin complex concentrateOff-label useEmergent surgeryOral anticoagulantsMost patientsClinical outcomesTrauma centerHgb levelsProspective studyLabel indicationsComplex concentrateSevere hemorrhageObservational studyHemorrhage sizePatientsCoagulopathyAdministrationBleedingHemorrhage
2016
Successful Use of Four Factor-Prothrombin Complex Concentrate for Congenital Factor X Deficiency in the Setting of Neurosurgery
Siddon AJ, Tormey CA. Successful Use of Four Factor-Prothrombin Complex Concentrate for Congenital Factor X Deficiency in the Setting of Neurosurgery. Lab Medicine 2016, 47: e35-e37. PMID: 27378481, PMCID: PMC4985779, DOI: 10.1093/labmed/lmw037.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsCongenital factor X deficiencyFactor X deficiencyX deficiencyExcessive bleedingComplex concentrateFour-factor prothrombin complex concentrateFactor prothrombin complex concentrateFirst-line therapyAnterior cervical discectomySetting of traumaProthrombin complex concentrateFresh frozen plasmaRare coagulation disorderMajor neurosurgeryCervical discectomyThromboembolic complicationsSpontaneous hemorrhageCoagulation disordersFrozen plasmaInvasive proceduresOperative casesBleedingWhite menDeficiencyDisorders
2014
Clinical Applications of 4-Factor Prothrombin Complex Concentrate: A Practical Pathologist's Perspective
Unold D, Tormey CA. Clinical Applications of 4-Factor Prothrombin Complex Concentrate: A Practical Pathologist's Perspective. Archives Of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine 2014, 139: 1568-75. PMID: 26619030, DOI: 10.5858/arpa.2014-0366-rs.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsProthrombin complex concentrateOral anticoagulantsComplex concentrateVitamin K antagonist reversalVitamin K antagonist therapyNovel oral anticoagulantsSpecific reversal agentsTreatment of hemorrhageDependent coagulation factorsAntagonist therapyLiver diseaseLabel indicationsAntagonist reversalTherapeutic dosesReversal agentsCoagulation factorsBleeding disorderRare coagulopathyVitamin KBlood bankersPathologist's perspectiveClinical applicationAnticoagulantsCoagulopathyBleeding
2013
Pathology Consultation on Monitoring Direct Thrombin Inhibitors and Overcoming Their Effects in Bleeding Patients
Winkler AM, Tormey CA. Pathology Consultation on Monitoring Direct Thrombin Inhibitors and Overcoming Their Effects in Bleeding Patients. American Journal Of Clinical Pathology 2013, 140: 610-622. PMID: 24124139, DOI: 10.1309/ajcp9vjs6kuknchw.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsDirect thrombin inhibitorAvailable direct thrombin inhibitorThrombin inhibitorsDegree of anticoagulationLife-threatening bleedsExperimental animal modelsSupportive careBleeding patientsCase reportClinical trialsFactor concentratesRoutine coagulationAnticoagulant effectPharmacologic propertiesAnimal modelsThrombin timeTransfusion productsPathology consultationAnticoagulationDrug concentrationsLaboratory assessmentNewer assaysDrug removalBleedingPrimary author
2009
Platelet-Related Bleeding: An Update on Diagnostic Modalities and Therapeutic Options
Peddinghaus ME, Tormey CA. Platelet-Related Bleeding: An Update on Diagnostic Modalities and Therapeutic Options. Clinics In Laboratory Medicine 2009, 29: 175-191. PMID: 19665674, DOI: 10.1016/j.cll.2009.03.004.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsPlatelet function testingFunction testingCare platelet function testingChronic clinical settingsPlatelet-related bleedingLife-threatening problemTransfusion strategyPlatelet dysfunctionTherapeutic optionsComponent therapyDiagnostic modalitiesClinical settingBleedingPatientsInitial studyLaboratory assaysTransfusionDysfunctionTherapyCare