Assessment of need for hemostatic evaluation in patients taking valproic acid: A retrospective cross-sectional study.
IntroductionValproic acid (VPA) is a frequently prescribed anti-epileptic drug.Since its introduction side effects on hemostasis are reported.However, studies show conflicting results, and the clinical relevance is questioned.We aimed to determine the coagulopathies induced by VPA in patients who undergo high-risk surgery.The study results warrant