Abstract Introduction Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are a major cause of mortality in Brazil, requiring the improvement of healthcare mechanisms that can promote rapid and effective care for patients. Objectives To identify and characterize Brazilian policies and programs (PP) regarding urgency and emergency care in the context of CVD. Method The scoping review followed recommendations from the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI). The search for studies was conducted across seven databases. The screening and eligibility steps were performed by reviewers independently, with […]

Abstract Background Vitamin K antagonists (VKA) are indicated for the prevention of thromboembolic events and reduction of mortality in patients with atrial fibrillation and patients with valvular prostheses. However, their use is associated with bleeding complications and hospitalizations. Predictors of hospital admission for bleeding in these patients are poorly known. Objectives To define the predictors for hospitalization of VKA users who seek emergency care due to bleeding. Methods Single-center, cross-sectional study, with retrospective analysis of electronic medical records from 03/01/2012 […]