Diseases
anticoagulation
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Overview
Anticoagulants are medicines that help prevent blood clots. They're given to people at a high risk of getting clots, to reduce their chances of developing serious conditions such as strokes and heart attacks.
Symptoms
- indication not a disease
Causes
- indication not a disease
Risk factors
- indication not a disease
Diagnosis
- indication not a disease
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is anticoagulation?
Anticoagulants are medicines that help prevent blood clots. They're given to people at a high risk of getting clots, to reduce their chances of developing serious conditions such as strokes and heart attacks.
What are the symptoms of anticoagulation?
indication not a disease
What causes anticoagulation?
indication not a disease
Which medicines are used for anticoagulation?
heparin, tinzaparin, warfarin
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