Hi @katydid77 I have heard from a friend the same about what @yorlik said about blood thinners. If you had a serious bleed or need emergency surgery the er or hospital has anadotes to conteract the blood thinner. My friend stayed on Warfrin for that reason. Even tho it requires more diligent monitoring most hospitals have the antidote. For the newer ones not a common and so I would suggest checking with the local hospitals in your area if they are prepared for that situation. Traveling I'm not sure how you would verify every hospital in your route. Something to at least discuss with your Doctor.
Have a blessed Day
Dana