How good is anticoagulation control in non-valvar atrial fibrillation? Observations on the elderly, ethnicity, patient perceptions, and understanding of AF thromboprophylaxis.
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There continues to be a wide variation of opinion among UK consultants regarding the best treatment strategies for ensuring effective thromboprophylaxis of atrial fibrillation.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Heart
دوره 91 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2005