Background: The use of factor Xa inhibitors has grown in popularity; however, the risk of major bleeding events requires for the appropriate reversal agent. The recent approved agent for factor Xa inhibitor reversal, andexanet alfa, has limited clinical efficacy and safety data, and it can be a financial burden on healthcare systems due to its high cost. Four-factor prothrombin complex concentrate (4F-PCC) has been utilized off label in patients with factor Xa inhibitor-related bleedings.
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