Torsten D.
- Country
- Germany
- Department
- Department of Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery
Research Overview
- Evaluation of Safety and Efficacy of Lower INR Range in Patients with Bileaflet Aortic Mechanical Valves on Warfarin, Acenocoumarol, and Phenprocoumon Therapy
- Evaluation of Edoxaban, Apixaban, and Dabigatran Versus Vitamin K Antagonists in Post-Cardiac Surgery Patients with Atrial Fibrillation Requiring Anticoagulation
- Evaluation of Ticagrelor Plus Acetylsalicylic Acid Versus Acetylsalicylic Acid Alone on Ischemic Events and Graft Failure in Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Patients
Data & Insights
Has run more than one trial at 16 of 82 partner sites.
Specializations
Cardiac Surgery Complications
This investigator specializes in studying complications following cardiac procedures, with particular focus on post-operative acute kidney injury and preventive interventions in cardiac surgery patients.
- Cardiac Surgery Associated Acute Kidney Injury (CSA-AKI)
- Major Adverse Kidney Events
- Protective Therapeutic Strategies
The research extends to kidney protection protocols during cardiopulmonary bypass procedures.
Anticoagulation Management
The investigator focuses on optimizing anticoagulation strategies in cardiac surgery patients, particularly studying various anticoagulant medications and their effectiveness.
- Direct Oral Anticoagulants
- Vitamin K Antagonist Therapy
- Mechanical Valve Anticoagulation
Special attention is given to anticoagulation protocols for patients with mechanical heart valves and post-surgical atrial fibrillation.
Cardiovascular Disease Management
The investigator's work encompasses coronary artery disease treatment and post-surgical care, with emphasis on optimizing outcomes after coronary bypass procedures.
- Post-CABG Antiplatelet Therapy
- Post-Operative Atrial Fibrillation
- Graft Failure Prevention
Research includes evaluation of antiplatelet medications and management of cardiac arrhythmias following surgery.
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