Doctor censured, fined for professional misconduct, negligence Dec 18, 2008
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Hepatitis C Treatment Reduces The Virus But Liver Damage Continues Dec 16, 2008
2, 2008) The drug warfarin may help prevent liver failure in thousands of people with Hepatitis C, according to new. . (Science Daily)
Curry lowers high blood pressure Dec 16, 2008
This herb also may interact with the blood thinner Coumadin (warfarin). I've suffered with Raynaud's disease in my hands for two years. (Athens Banner-Herald)
How Warfarin Works Dec 13, 2008
Warfarin is a commonly prescribed medication in America ... Warfarin (Coumadin) is the most widely used prescription anticoagulant ( blood thinner ) in the United States ... The most common uses for warfarin are for people who are undergoing surgery that may lead to clots which could migrate to the heart or lungs, those who have previously produced dangerous blood clots, or those with heart conditions that might lead to life-threatening clotting (e. (Suite101.com)
Brand-name Drugs Do Not Appear Superior To Generic Drugs For Treating Cardiovascular Diseases Dec 12, 2008
Among narrow therapeutic index drugs (NTI; drugs whose effective doses and toxic doses are separated by a small difference in plasma concentration), clinical equivalence was reported in 1 of 1 RCT (100 percent) of class 1 anti-arrhythmic agents and 5 of 5 RCTs (100 percent) of warfarin ... The researchers also reported, "; we identified numerous studies that evaluated differences in clinical outcomes with generic and brand-name medications. Our results suggest that it is reasonable for... (Science Daily)
St. John's Wort Dec 11, 2008
St. John s Wort interacts with a variety of medications including: oral contraceptives, warfarin, digoxin, anticonvulsants, theophylline, SSRIs (such as Paxil or Prozac), triptans, cyclosporine, anti-virals prescribed for HIV and some anti-cancer medications. References. (Suite101.com)
Six Genetic Variants Associated With 'Bad' Cholesterol Dec 9, 2008
8, 2008) A new study presages a real aim of genetics: to look at whole populations to in order determine the significance of individual genetic variants for individual health. The research team, whose work is published in Nature Genetics, find six novel genetic variants that are associated with lipid levels, a common indicator of heart or artery disease. (Science Daily)
New Phase II Data Show Safety of Once-Daily Oral Factor Xa Inhibitor, DU-176b, Comparable to Warfarin in Patients With Non-Valvular Atrial Fibrillation Dec 8, 2008
SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation receiving either 30 mg or 60 mg once-daily dose of DU-176b, an investigational oral Factor Xa inhibitor, experienced comparable safety and tolerability compared to those taking warfarin, according to new Phase II data presented today at the 50th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Hematology in San Francisco ... The objective of the multinational study was to assess the safety of four dose... (PR Newswire)
Daiichi Sankyo Initiates Phase III Trial of Its Investigational Factor Xa Inhibitor, DU-176b, in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation Dec 8, 2008
The Phase III global study, Effective Anticoagulation with Factor Xa Next Generation in Atrial Fibrillation (ENGAGE-AF TIMI 48), will compare DU-176b with warfarin in preventing stroke and systemic embolic events (SEE) in patients with atrial fibrillation ... Results from a recently presented Phase II safety study showed that the incidence of major and clinically relevant non-major bleeding events reported in the once-daily DU-176b treatment groups (30 mg or 60 mg) was similar to that in the... (PR Newswire)
Research highlights new approaches to prevent blood clots Dec 7, 2008
Randomized, Parallel Group, Multicenter, Multinational Study Evaluating Safety of DU-176b Compared With Warfarin in Subjects With Non-Valvular Atrial Fibrillation [Abstract #33] Jeffrey I. Weitz, MD, Henderson Research Centre, Hamilton, Canada ... This phase II study found that two regimens (30 mg and 60 mg once-daily) of an investigational oral Factor Xa inhibitor, DU-176b, are safe in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation, making the drug a potential substitute for warfarin, the... (EurekAlert!)
Generics are as good as branded drugs Dec 4, 2008
The study covered beta-blockers, diuretics, calcium-channel blockers, statins, antiplatelet agents, ACE inhibitors, alpha-blockers, anti-arrhythmic agents and warfarin. Text. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
More Than 200 Abstracts at ASH and SABCS Reveal Potential Compelling Patient Benefits From Novartis Oncology Current and Pipeline Therapies Dec 4, 2008
Examples of commonly used drugs that may significantly interact with Gleevec include ketoconazole, acetaminophen, warfarin, erythromycin and phenytoin ... Since warfarin is metabolized by CYP2C9 and CYP3A4, it should be avoided if possible. (PR Newswire)
Brand-name drugs no better than generics Dec 3, 2008
The study covered beta-blockers, diuretics, calcium-channel blockers, statins, antiplatelet agents, ACE inhibitors, alpha-blockers, anti-arrhythmic agents and warfarin. The researchers said brand-name manufacturers have suggested generic drugs may be less effective and less safe. (MSNBC -- Health)
'Personalized medicine' may get a boost Nov 29, 2008
Problems with Coumadin, also known as warfarin, are a major cause of emergency room visits for seniors. "It would be very helpful if you could get [Medicare] and FDA talking to each other," said Edward Abrahams, executive director of the Personalized Medicine Coalition. (Boston Globe)
Obama to broaden geneticsrole in medical care Nov 29, 2008
Problems with Coumadin, also known as warfarin, are a major cause of emergency room visits for seniors. Don't miss this on msnbc. (MSNBC -- Health)
14 Drugs Identified As Most Urgently Needing Study For Off-label Use Nov 27, 2008
Rounding out the top five were warfarin, escitalopram, risperidone and montelukast. The most common off-label use for six of the 14 drugs on the list was for bipolar disorder. (Science Daily)
'Off-Label' Drug Use Is Common Nov 26, 2008
The blood thinner Coumadin (known generically as warfarin) was included in the report. The drug is widely prescribed for the treatment of hypertensive heart disease and coronary heart disease, but it is not approved for these uses. (CBS News)
Study Calls for Greater Scrutiny Of 'Off-Label' Drug Use Nov 26, 2008
"Typically, drugs have to pass a number of safety tests, Walton said. "But once they are put on the market, because they have received approval for an on-label indication, they can be used off-label," he said. The new report was published in the Nov. 24 issue of the journal Pharmacotherapy. Antidepressants and antipsychotics are the most prominent classes of drugs on the list, which specifically targets medicines that have high levels of off-label use without good scientific backing. Topping the... (MEDLINEplus)
More studies urged for off-label drugs Nov 25, 2008
Study: Off-label drugs should be researched for safety - USATODAY.com. Antidepressant pills Lexapro, Effexor and Zoloft are in the top 10 list of drugs that most need to be studied for off-label prescribing, according to Pharmacotherapy. (USA Today)
Genome-wide Association Scan For Genetic Determinants Of Warfarin Dose Nov 21, 2008
D., a Statistical Geneticist at the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute (Cambridge, UK), will discuss the results of new research that that he and his colleagues have recently completed which extends this genome-wide association scan (GWAS) method to investigate the genetic aspects of drug response (pharmacogenetics) related to predicting appropriate warfarin dose. Warfarin is the most widely prescribed drug used to reduce blood clotting in order to protect high-risk patients from experiencing a... (Science Daily)
Study: Ginkgo doesnt prevent Alzheimers Nov 19, 2008
People on the blood thinner warfarin shouldnt take ginkgo because of the risk of increased bleeding. More on. (MSNBC -- Health)
Ginkgo fails to prevent Alzheimer's in large study Nov 19, 2008
People on the blood thinner warfarin shouldn't take ginkgo because of the risk of increased bleeding. Proponents claim ginkgo protects the brain by preventing the buildup of an Alzheimer's-related protein or by preventing cell-damaging oxidative stress. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Genetic disease treatments and pharmacogenetics: From scientific discovery to medical delivery Nov 15, 2008
The presentations included in this press briefing will report on: the results of a genome-wide association scan for genetic determinants of warfarin dosage, breakthrough research on a new treatment that has the potential to be the first successful therapy for Huntington's Disease, a long-term study on a successful enzyme replacement therapy for children with Type I Gaucher Disease, and new research findings that offer important new clues that will facilitate more precise and compartment-specific... (EurekAlert!)
Chad Mirkin: Thinking Big Nov 15, 2008
It has received approval from the U.S. Food Administration for a genetic sensitivity test to the blood-thinner warfarin, known under its commercial name Coumadin. It also has tests in advanced development for cystic fibrosis, influenza, and human papillomavirus. (BusinessWeek)
Shortness of breath cuts quality of life Nov 14, 2008
His heartbeat was rapid, so he takes warfarin to prevent a stroke. He has his levels monitored every few weeks. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
The management of non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF) in Australian general practice: bridging the evidence-practice gap. A national, representative postal survey. Nov 14, 2008
As part of a larger survey assessing GP management of NVAF, we included questions to explore GPs' risk assessment, estimates of stroke risk and GPs' perceptions of the risks and benefits of anticoagulation with warfarin ... The majority of GPs recognised that the benefits of warfarin outweighed the risks for three case scenarios in which warfarin is recommended according to Australian guidelines ... 0% (n=131) would be "highly likely" or "likely", respectively, to cease warfarin therapy and... (BioMed Central)
Written Instructions Cut Bleeding Risk for Blood Thinner Use Nov 11, 2008
SATURDAY, Nov. 8 (HealthDay News) -- Giving patients written and verbal instructions on proper use of the blood thinner warfarin significantly reduces the risk of serious gastrointestinal and brain bleeding problems, according to a University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine study ... The study included 2,346 older adults taking warfarin for problems such as heart rhythm abnormalities, deep vein thrombosis, stroke, heart valve replacements or pulmonary embolism ... The findings, published in... (MEDLINEplus)
Cranberries, Coumadin don't mix Nov 11, 2008
Trying to maintain a steady anticoagulant effect from Coumadin (warfarin) can be a little like walking a tightrope ... Several cases in Great Britain led the health authorities there to warn against combining cranberries or cranberry juice with the anticoagulant Coumadin (warfarin) ... Australian scientists have reported that cranberry significantly increases warfarin's anticoagulant effect (British Journal of Pharmacology, August 2008). (Athens Banner-Herald)
J&J's High-Wire Heart Drug Nov 11, 2008
A few years back, AstraZeneca (nyse: - - ) thought it had developed a replacement for warfarin, the notoriously tricky-to-use blood thinner, but it fell through when the compound was linked to serious liver problems. Rivaroxaban, the J, is essentially another attempt to come up with a better warfarin ... It has already successfully completed trials to prevent vein clots in patients after orthopedic surgery and is also being tested as a replacement for warfarin in atrial fibrillation patients. (Forbes -- Business)
Presentations at AHA expand on clinical utility of deCODE's DNA-based tests Nov 8, 2008
This strengthens the case for going beyond standard cardiac monitoring, for hospitalized and discharged patients who have suffered stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA), and for the prescription of warfarin, rather than Plavix or aspirin, for those with AF. deCODE will also present data on the utility of deCODE AF for detecting recurrent AF.. Researchers from Cleveland Clinic have conducted their own study of the link between the 4q25 markers and AF, and will look at correlations between... (EurekAlert!)
FDA Warns of Dangers of Mexican Vanilla Nov 4, 2008
Coumarin is related to warfarin, which is found in some blood thinners. Eating foods with coumarin may be dangerous for people taking blood thinners, because the combination could increase their risk of bleeding. (MEDLINEplus)
DNA Research Taking Guesswork Out Of Finding The 'Therapeutic Window' Oct 29, 2008
At the top of the list of problem drugs is Warfarin, (Coumadin), the most widely prescribed anticoagulant ... In this case, they re trying to find the correlation between genotypes, or a person s inner code of DNA, and the correct dosage of Warfarin ... That would allow doctors to prescribe the correct dosage of Warfarin and decrease the risk of adverse drug reactions: Too low a dose can increase the risk of dangerous blood clots, while too large can cause life-threatening bleeding. (Science Daily)
How to Tell if a Dog Has Eaten Rat ... Oct 25, 2008
How to Tell if a Dog Has Eaten Rat Poison: Rat Poisoning Symptoms in Dogs, Signs of Warfarin Toxicity ... Rat Poisoning Symptoms in Dogs, Signs of Warfarin Toxicity ... Rat poison is a rodenticide containing the toxin warfarin, which causes symptoms like hemorrhaging and internal bleeding in dogs. (Suite101.com)
Improving the Use of Drugs Through Genes Oct 24, 2008
San Francisco-based DNA Direct tests for the genes that determine a patient's response to warfarin, a blood thinner. Since not enough drug in the blood increases the risk of clots while too much can lead to dangerous bleeding, there is urgent need for a test to help pinpoint the right starting dose. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Preventing DVT Oct 21, 2008
The usual treatment for DVT involves using the anticoagulant medicines, heparin and warfarin. Tips for Travelling. (Suite101.com)
Needle Breast Biopsy Safe with Blood Thinner Oct 21, 2008
Somerville and colleagues studied 200 women who were taking blood thinners such as aspirin or warfarin and 855 women who were not ... "The take-home message is that patients on aspirin or warfarin therapy can safely undergo breast needle core biopsy without going off their medications," Somerville said. (MEDLINEplus)
Warfarin Underused in Atrial Fibrillation Patients Oct 16, 2008
TUESDAY, Oct. 14 (HealthDay News) -- A new study reports that warfarin, a common treatment for atrial fibrillation, is either not prescribed by U.S. doctors as often as it could be or, when it is, not at optimal therapeutic doses ... While warfarin can be effective in managing AF, use of the anticoagulant can also cause bleeding ... It found that less than half of almost 117,000 AF and atrial flutter patients between 1999 and 2005 were on warfarin. (MEDLINEplus)
Oracle database in the cloud floated at Harvard lab Oct 15, 2008
Tonellato and the Laboratory for Personalized Medicine (LPM) are using cloud computing services to run virtual clinical trials on a drug called Warfarin, used on patients at risk for blood clots ... Tonellato has created clinical avatars of patients using genetic background information and has now tested Warfarin dosing on close to 100 million of the virtual patients ... Tonellato and the Laboratory for Personalized Medicine (LPM) are using cloud computing services to run virtual clinical trials... (SearchOracle.com)
Racial Differences For Brain Bleeds Suggest Stroke Risk Greater Than Thought For Blacks Oct 8, 2008
1, 2008) A new study shows that people who take the commonly used blood thinning drug warfarin may have larger amounts of bleeding in the brain and increased risk of death if they suffer a hemorrhagic. (May 13, 2007) Patients with a hemorrhagic stroke are significantly less likely to receive medications and counseling to prevent recurrent strokes compared to patients with an ischemic. (Science Daily)
Core Needle Breast Biopsy Safe For Patients Taking Blood Thinners Oct 7, 2008
Our study demonstrates that it is safe to perform core needle biopsies on patients taking aspirin and warfarin (another name for coumadin). Patients can remain on their medications and avoid surgical biopsy if the lesion is benign, said Dr. Somerville. (Science Daily)
Blood Thinner Linked to Increased Brain Bleeding Oct 3, 2008
MONDAY, Sept. 29 (HealthDay News) -- The amount of bleeding in the brain that occurs when a blood vessel bursts and causes a stroke is greater for some people who take the clot-preventing drug warfarin (Coumadin), a new study shows. It's not a surprising finding, said Dr. Daniel Woo, an associate professor of neurology at the University of Cincinnati and co-author of the report in the Sept. 30 issue of Neurology, since it's long been established that the risk of death from such a stroke is... (MEDLINEplus)
Alert Issued on Use of Blood Thinners Sep 25, 2008
The new alert focuses specifically on low-molecular weight heparin, warfarin and low-molecular weight enoxaparin ... Heparin and warfarin have consistently ranked among the 10 most frequently reported drugs ... Heparin, warfarin and enoxaparin were associated with the most errors. (U.S. News & World Report)
Regulator says hospitals need strict heparin rules Sep 24, 2008
Warfarin, another blood thinner cited in the alert, is available in pills patients can take at home but can cause bad reactions when mixed with other medicines. The recommendations "absolutely" will make a difference and hospitals will pay attention, said James Conway, senior vice president of the nonprofit Institute for Healthcare Improvement in Cambridge, Mass. (Albany Times Union)
Study Helps Stop Drugs Slipping Through Safety Net Sep 20, 2008
Side effects can be caused by many factors relating to drug transport, immune response, and sometimes unexpected metabolic pathways, but as Pirmohamed noted, they fall into two main categories, type A and type B. "The majority (80-90%) of adverse drug reactions are type A they are predictable from the known pharmacology of the drug, are dose-dependent, and can be alleviated by reducing or identifying the correct dose for the patient," said Pirmohamed, who gave the example of the anti-coagulant... (Science Daily)
Newest Interventional Radiology Treatment Used To Bust Blood Clots In Legs Sep 17, 2008
25, 2003) A study of long-term, low-dose warfarin to prevent the recurrence of the blood clotting disorders deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism resulted in such a high degree of benefit to the. . (Science Daily)
Your Health: Warfarin is a lifesaving drug, but interacts with many other drugs (110) Sep 13, 2008
Your Health: Warfarin is a lifesaving drug, but interacts with many other drugs ... Q:I have atrial fibrillation, an abnormal heart rhythm, for which I take Tambocor (a heart rhythm drug) and warfarin (a blood thinner) ... I think the Tylenol was affecting the warfarin, because after I stopped taking it, my bleeding time results came back into balance. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Tennis mom worries about sunscreen safety Sep 9, 2008
This aspirinlike drug could well interact with the blood thinner warfarin (Coumadin). Such a combination could increase the risk for bleeding. (Athens Banner-Herald)
FDA posts list of potential problem drugs Sep 6, 2008
Stromectol and Warfarin, an anti-parasite drug and a blood thinner, drug interaction. Tykerb, for advanced breast cancer, liver damage. (MSNBC -- Health)
New Drug Protects Against Second Heart Attack Or Stroke, Study Suggests Sep 6, 2008
Most are prescribed aspirin, clopidogrel (also known as Plavix or Iscover) and/or warfarin. "Warfarin is clearly effective as an anticoagulant, but it is especially hard to manage properly and safely," Alexander said ... "What's driving research in this area is the fact that although aspirin and clopidogrel both offer heart attack patients important protection against blood clots, there is still room for improvement. Studies show that a significant number of patients taking aspirin and... (Science Daily)
ON THE WEB: See the FDA list Sep 6, 2008
Ivermectin (Stromectol) and Warfarin. Drug interaction. (USA Today -- Money)
Most Patients with Irregular Heartbeat Take Inadequate Blood Thinner Dose Aug 30, 2008
Warfarin could cut stroke risk by 67%, but patients and doctors say drug is hard to manage ... THURSDAY, Aug. 28 (HealthDay News) -- Only 40 percent of patients with atrial fibrillation, a known risk factor for stroke, who did suffer a stroke were taking the anti-clotting drug warfarin, a new study found ... Among those taking warfarin, 75 percent weren't getting the dose needed to prevent a stroke. (MEDLINEplus)
Aciphex (Rabeprazole) Aug 27, 2008
Be sure to inform your doctor if you take blood thinners such as Coumadin (warfarin), Nizoral (ketoconazole) or medication containing cyclosporine such as Sandimmune or Neoral. Pregnancy and Aciphex. (Suite101.com)
Finding May Allow Some Women to Stop Blood Thinners Aug 26, 2008
Current guidelines call for indefinite use of a clot-preventing drug, most often warfarin (Coumadin), for many people with the condition. But researchers report that they've identified a group of traits in women that indicate a very low risk of recurrent clots, so that medication might not be necessary after a few months. (MEDLINEplus)
Drug Error Rate Low for Assisted Living Patients Aug 26, 2008
The researchers did find that errors were more likely to occur with riskier medications, like insulin or the blood thinning drug warfarin, which are typically given to patients "in less stable and predictable conditions.". They suggest that prioritizing the administration of high-risk drugs, as well as the care of patients with more complex health issues, could help prevent serous medication errors and improve the quality of care. (MEDLINEplus)
Women May Stop Anticoagulants After Blood Clots, Research Suggests Aug 26, 2008
"It may be safe for women who have taken oral anticoagulants for 5-7 months after an unprovoked venous thromboembolism to discontinue therapy if they have 0 or 1 of the following: hyperpigmentation (brown discoloration), edema (swelling) or redness of either leg; a D-dimer level (blood clotting test) of 250ug/L or more while taking warfarin, BMI [body mass index] 30kg/m2; and aged 65 years or more,". conclude Dr. Marc Rodger and coauthors. (Science Daily)
Pharmacogenomics and Drug Toxicity Aug 21, 2008
Examples of adverse drug reactions in this group include hypoglycemia induced by diabetic drugs, leukopenia induced by cytotoxic anticancer drugs, and bleeding induced by warfarin, an oral anticoagulant. The phenotypes of the second group are not explained by the mode of action of the drug. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Atritech looking for approval on heart device Aug 19, 2008
We are thrilled to have completed this expansive and important trial and delighted to be one step closer to providing patients a compelling alternative to warfarin therapy. Reader Comments. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Black market drugs 'health risk' Aug 13, 2008
He added: "Warfarin sometimes masquerades as Diazepam 10mg - for someone who doesn't need Warfarin, it could be fatal as you could bleed to death. "My plea is to anyone who feels they want these medicines, do not buy them from illegal sources, it's much too dangerous. " Drugs programme manager Benny Lynch of the Falls Community Council said the addiction problem is "massive," with "as many people on these tablets now as there were during the Troubles". He said he knew of one group of women in... (BBC News -- UK)
Liver Damage In Hepatitis C Patients Could Be Treated With Warfarin, Says New Study Aug 3, 2008
2, 2008) The drug warfarin may help prevent liver failure in thousands of people with Hepatitis C, according to new research ... In a study published tomorrow (1 August) in the Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis, researchers show that warfarin reduces the scarring on the liver caused by Hepatitis C. This scarring, or fibrosis, replaces normal liver cells and can lead to cirrhosis of the liver and ultimately liver failure ... Following the new findings in mouse models, the Imperial College... (Science Daily)
St. John's Wort Labels Often Lack Safety Warnings Jul 31, 2008
But taking the herb with AIDS medications or with drugs that suppress the immune system, or with oral contraceptives, or the blood-thinning drug warfarin can reduce the effectiveness of these drugs, Clauson and colleagues note in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. St. John's wort is also not recommended for people with bipolar illness or those taking prescription antidepressants. (MEDLINEplus)
Why is My Pet Peeing Blood? Jul 22, 2008
Poisoning: Certain toxins, like warfarin, which is contained in rat and mouse poisons, causes internal bleeding and a lack of blood clotting. Frequent urination and urinating blood is among the constellation of symptoms that s seen in a pet who has been poisoned. (Suite101.com)
U.S. Federal Circuit Court of Appeals Rules Patent for ACIPHEX(R) Valid and Enforceable Jul 22, 2008
Patients on warfarin (such as Coumadin(R)) may need to be monitored closely by their doctor. For more information, visit. (PR Newswire)
U.S. Federal Circuit Court of Appeals Fully Upholds Eisai's Favorable Ruling in Aciphex(R) Patent Infringement Lawsuit Against Teva Pharmaceuticals and Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Jul 22, 2008
Patients on warfarin (such as Coumadin(R)) may need to be monitored more closely by their doctor. To learn more, talk to your doctor and see the full product information at. (PR Newswire)
Deep Vein Thrombosis and Prostate C... Jul 19, 2008
As Gardner began nine weeks of radiation for prostate cancer, he also started a regimen of 3-6 months on warfarin, a blood thinner, for the DVT. ... But the warfarin only thins the blood, it doesn t dissolve the clot. (Suite101.com)
Administering Heparin Soon After Stroke Can Increase Risk Of Serious Bleeding Jul 17, 2008
However, it appears that anticoagulation with warfarin therapy may safely begin shortly after stroke ... Warfarin sodium, commonly prescribed for this purpose, takes several days to reach therapeutic levels and so is often combined (bridged) with other therapies ... Of these, eight received no anti-clotting therapy; 88 received aspirin only; 35 were given aspirin and warfarin; 44 received intravenous heparin and warfarin; and 29 were treated with a full dose of enoxaparin, a... (Science Daily)