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Document Details : Title: Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia successfully treated with fondaparinux Author(s): SELDRUM S, LAMBERT M, HAINAUT PH Journal: Acta Clinica Belgica Volume: 64 Issue: 2 Date: 2009 Pages: 144-146 DOI: 10.2143/ACB.64.2.1002478 Abstract : We report the successful treatment of a patient with HIT-associated venous thrombosis by fondaparinux, a synthetic pentasaccharide. Although not yet approved for this indication, this new anticoagulant may be a useful alternative in the setting of HIT. |
