A gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) is a type of tumor that occurs in the gastrointestinal tract, most commonly in the stomach or small intestine.The tumors are thought to grow from specialized cells found in the gastrointestinal tract called interstitial cells of Cajal (ICCs) or precursors to these cells. gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) is a type of tumor that occurs in the gastrointestinal tract, most commonly in the stomach or small intestine.
Warfarin Maintenance Dosing and INR Recall Algorithms These algorithms are intended to be used after the patient has gone through the initiation period and a chronic maintenance dose has been established. Target INR 2.5 (Range 2.0-3.0) INR â¤1.5 1.51-1.99 2.00-3.00 3.01-4.00 4.01-4.99 5.00-10.00 >10.00 Dose Change1
Warfarin has been used for decades to treat patients with atrial fibrillation, DVT, or PE, and mechanical heart valves. Warfarin is most commonly dosed to a target INR range of 2 to 3. It is inexpensive relative to other anticoagulant options (a monthâs supply costs â $4). NOACs are more expensive than warfarin. A number of challenges are associated with the use of warfarin.