Review of fondaparinux sodium injection for the prevention of venous thromboembolism in patients undergoing surgery
David BergqvistDepartment of Surgery, University Hospital, Uppsala, SwedenAbstract: The antithrombin binding sequence of heparin, a pentasaccharide, has been synthesized as fondaparinux, an indirect, selective, and reversible factor Xa inhibitor. It can be administered subcutaneously, is well absorb...
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Language: | English |
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Dove Medical Press
2006-12-01
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Series: | Vascular Health and Risk Management |
Online Access: | https://www.dovepress.com/review-of-fondaparinux-sodium-injection-for-the-prevention-of-venous-t-peer-reviewed-article-VHRM |