Disseminated intravascular coagulation

In addition to careful monitoring of clinical symptoms and signs related to DIC and its underlying cause, the International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis DIC score system, based on the calculation of global coagulation tests, can be useful in monitoring DIC development.[4]Taylor FB Jr, Toh CH, Hoots WK, et al; Scientific Subcommittee on Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) of the International Society of Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH). Towards definition, clinical and laboratory criteria, and a scoring system for disseminated intravascular coagulation. Thromb Haemost. 2001 Nov;86(5):1327-30. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11816725?tool=bestpractice.com If the score is ≥5 (which indicates overt DIC), these tests should be ordered daily to monitor patients progress.