Can Cancer Patients on Warfarin Undergo Surgical Procedures?
Surgical procedures in cancer patients on Warfarin require careful planning to balance the risk of bleeding with the risk of thrombosis. In many cases, Warfarin is temporarily discontinued, and a bridging strategy with short-acting anticoagulants like LMWH may be employed. The decision to stop Warfarin and the timing of resumption post-surgery depend on the type of surgery, the patient's risk of clotting, and their overall health status.
