Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia: clinical presentations and therapeutic management.
Journal Article (Review)
With increasing indications for heparin usage, an understanding of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) as a complication of heparin therapy is more essential than ever. Complications of HIT can result in significant morbidity and mortality. We review the clinical presentations of HIT, laboratory and diagnostic workup, and treatment agents available or being evaluated.
Full Text
Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Larned, ZL; O'Shea, SI; Ortel, TL
Published Date
- June 2003
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 1 / 6
Start / End Page
- 356 - 364
PubMed ID
- 16224435
Pubmed Central ID
- 16224435
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
- 1543-0790
Language
- eng
Conference Location
- United States