| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9978465 | The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery | 2005 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Serum antibodies directed against platelet factor 4/heparin complexes are prevalent in the adult patient population undergoing cardiac surgery. The presence of these antibodies before surgery is an independent predictor for death or prolonged hospitalization after adult cardiac surgery.
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Authors
Elliott MD, Thomas F. MD, William D. MPH, Ian J. MD, Charles S. MD, Habib PhD, Thomas L. MD, PhD,