Electromyography and anticoagulation

J. T. Gertken; Atul T. Patel; Andrea J. Boon

doi:10.1016/j.pmrj.2013.03.018

Electromyography and anticoagulation

J. T. Gertken, Atul T. Patel, Andrea J. Boon

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

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Abstract

Needle electromyography (EMG) is a common and safe diagnostic procedure. Although there are no absolute contraindications to performing an EMG, medically induced coagulopathy represents a relative contraindication. The purpose of this article is to discuss EMG safety for patients taking anticoagulants and antiplatelet agents, and to review the current literature regarding bleeding risks. Safety measures used to avoid serious bleeding complications are also discussed.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	S3
Journal	PM and R
Volume	5
Issue number	5 SUPPL.
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pmrj.2013.03.018
State	Published - May 2013

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation
Neurology
Clinical Neurology

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