A Meta-analysis Comparing Low-Molecular-Weight Heparins With Unfractionated Heparin in the Treatment of Venous Thromboembolism

R. Dolovich, Lisa; S. Ginsberg, Jeffrey; D. Douketis, James; Holbrook, Anne; Cheah, Gillian

doi:10.1001/archinte.160.2.181

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A Meta-analysis Comparing Low-Molecular-Weight Heparins With Unfractionated Heparin in the Treatment of Venous Thromboembolism

Published in Archives of Internal Medicine • Jan 24, 2000

Authors:

Lisa R. Dolovich

Jeffrey S. Ginsberg

James D. Douketis

Abstract

OBJECTIVES: To compare the efficacy and safety of unfractionated heparin (UFH) and low-molecular-weight heparins (LMWHs) and to examine current controversies in the treatment of venous thromboembolism (VTE) (ie, setting, product type, and frequency of administration). METHODS: Data were abstracted f...

Subject

Heparin

Venous thromboembolism

Meta-analysis

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