[Prophylaxis of venous thrombosis and low-molecular-weight heparin].
1991
A Vallano, and
J M Arnau, and
J A Vallés
Servicio de Farmacología Clínica, Hospital Vall d'Hebron, Barcelona.
UI
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D006495
Heparin, Low-Molecular-Weight
Heparin fractions with a molecular weight usually between 4000 and 6000 kD. These low-molecular-weight fractions are effective antithrombotic agents. Their administration reduces the risk of hemorrhage, they have a longer half-life, and their platelet interactions are reduced in comparison to unfractionated heparin. They also provide an effective prophylaxis against postoperative major pulmonary embolism.