Journal article
Low-molecular-weight heparin compared with intravenous unfractionated heparin for treatment of pulmonary embolism: a meta-analysis of randomized, controlled trials.
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Low-molecular-weight heparin has greatly simplified the management of deep venous thrombosis. However, for patients who present with pulmonary embolism, the role of low-molecular-weight heparin is uncertain and unfractionated heparin remains widely used.
PURPOSE: To compare the efficacy and safety of fixed-dose subcutaneous low-molecular-weight heparin with that of dose-adjusted intravenous unfractionated heparin to treat acute …
Authors
Quinlan DJ; McQuillan A; Eikelboom JW
Journal
Annals of Internal Medicine, Vol. 140, No. 3, pp. 175–183
Publisher
American College of Physicians
Publication Date
February 3, 2004
DOI
10.7326/0003-4819-140-3-200402030-00008
ISSN
1056-8751