Role of Direct Oral Anticoagulants for Post-operative Venous Thromboembolism Prophylaxis

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is one of the leading causes of post-operative morbidity and mortality. Over previous decades, heparin and warfarin were the predominant therapeutic options for post-operative thromboprophylaxis. However, their use is limited by drawbacks including a narrow therapeutic r...

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Main Authors: Han Naung Tun, May Thu Kyaw, Erik Rafflenbeul, Xiuhtlaulli López Suástegui
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Radcliffe Medical Media 2022-05-01
Series:European Cardiology Review
Online Access:https://www.ecrjournal.com/articleindex/ecr.2021.55