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Comparative Effectiveness of Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin Versus Unfractionated Heparin for Thromboembolism Prophylaxis for Medical Patients
are approved for venous thromboembolism (VTE) prophylaxis. Which agent is superior remains controversial. OBJECTIVE: To compare the effectiveness, complications, and costs of UFH and LMWH as VTE ...
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In-hospital VTE risk—many patients do not receive appropriate prophylaxis
Venous thromboembolism (VTE) and complications due to VTE are a major cause of morbidity and mortality in hospitalized patients. The multinational ENDORSE study examined the prevalence of risk ...
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Pharmacologic Prophylaxis Against Venous Thromboembolism in Hospitalized Patients With Cirrhosis and Associated Coagulopathies
Conclusion In hospitalized patients with cirrhosis who have elevated INR values, pharmacologic VTE prophylaxis should be strongly considered if there is no active or recent bleeding and if more ...