Unfractionated and low-molecular-weight heparins in acute coronary syndromes: current recommendations.

Cleve Clin J Med · 2000

review · Level V

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Abstract

All patients with acute coronary syndromes and without obvious bleeding or acute cerebrovascular events are candidates for heparin therapy. This article is a review of the pharmacology of unfractionated and low-molecular-weight heparins, trials of heparin therapy in acute coronary syndromes, and recommendations for using these agents.