Patricia Chaney

Patricia Chaney is a freelance writer specializing in the healthcare industry. She has 15 years of experience writing for providers, patients and other healthcare stakeholders. Her work has appeared on numerous health system websites and in industry journals.

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General Cardiology

Clopidogrel Preferred to Reduce Heart Disease Risk in Patients With HIV

Researchers sought to determine whether clopidogrel would be preferred over aspirin to reduce cardiovascular risk in patients with HIV.

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Patricia Chaney

August 16, 2021

Vascular Disease

Heparin, von Willebrand Factor Interaction to Predict Bleeding During Cardiopulmonary Bypass

Predicting bleeding during cardiopulmonary bypass is complex and not captured by tests, including measuring von Willebrand factor interaction.

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Patricia Chaney

January 6, 2021

Vascular Disease

Red Blood Cell Transfusion Not Independent Risk Factor for Thrombosis

New research has not found RBC transfusion to be an independent risk factor for venous or arterial thrombosis in hospitalized patients.

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Patricia Chaney

November 19, 2020