Journal article
Influence of sex on risk of bleeding in anticoagulated patients: a systematic review and meta‐analysis
Abstract
BACKGROUND: The risk of bleeding on anticoagulation varies between patients. It is uncertain whether sex influences this risk.
OBJECTIVES: To determine if the risk of major bleeding differs between men and women receiving anticoagulation for atrial fibrillation or venous thromboembolism(VTE).
Authors
Lapner ST; Cohen N; Kearon C
Journal
Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis, Vol. 12, No. 5, pp. 595–605
Publisher
Elsevier
Publication Date
5 2014
DOI
10.1111/jth.12529
ISSN
1538-7933