| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2880103 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2007 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia-positive VAD patients did not experience increased thromboembolism or mortality after heparin reexposure. In light of the risks of using heparin alternatives, heparin reexposure is a safe management strategy for HIT-positive VAD patients.
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Authors
Jacob N. MD, Mani A. MD, Nestor R. MD, Rebecca P. MD, Laura J. NP, Ian J. MD, Andrew J. MD, Thomas L. MD, PhD, Joseph G. MD, Carmelo A. MD,