Presse Med
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Comparative Study
[Comparison of platelet monitoring in patients receiving thromboprophylaxis with fondaparinux or a low molecular weight heparin. The Ariane study].
To describe and compare the conditions of use of fondaparinux and low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) in the prevention of venous thromboembolism in routine general practice with a focus on platelet monitoring. ⋯ The Ariane study provides important information on platelet monitoring in patients treated with fondaparinux or LMWH, and also on thromboprohylaxis in general practice.