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What's With All the UFH Infusions for Acute Pulmonary Embolism?
Parenteral anticoagulation with either UFH or LMWH is not a contraindication ... the Anticoagulation Forum Board of Directors, Boston Scientific Consulting, AstraZeneca, Sanofi, and Abbott Vascular.
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Comparative Effectiveness of Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin Versus Unfractionated Heparin for Thromboembolism Prophylaxis for Medical Patients
BACKGROUND: Both unfractionated heparin (UFH) and low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH) are approved for venous thromboembolism (VTE) prophylaxis. Which agent is superior remains controversial.
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Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time versus Antifactor Xa Heparin Assay in Monitoring Unfractionated Heparin by Continuous Intravenous Infusion
Background: Unfractionated heparin (UFH) has been used clinically for 5 decades. Despite being a cornerstone of anticoagulation, UFH is limited by its unpredictable pharmacokinetic profile ...