Medications in Dermatology, Part 3: Systemic Anticoagulants and Cutaneous Side Effects

As part of our commitment to resident education, Cutis is excited to offer this monthly section with board-relevant, easy-to-review material. This fact sheet describes commonly used systemic anticoagulant medications, their indications for use, and any notable cutaneous side effects. It is important to understand how these medications affect hemostasis, especially in patients undergoing cutaneous procedures.

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