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Association of factor V activity with risk of venous thromboembolism and atherothrombotic cardiovascular events: A retrospective population-based cohort study.
Thrombosis research - 1 Aug 2018
Saliba Walid, Warwar Amir, Kotler Antonio, Cohen Shai, Stein Nili, Rennert Gad, Ornstein Deborah L, Preis Meir
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INTRODUCTION: Factor V (FV) deficiency is a rare inherited coagulation disorder associated with bleeding tendency. As a result, it has been postulated that decreased FV activity may confer protection against venous thromboembolism and atherothrombotic cardiovascular events. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Using the electronic database of the largest health care provider in Israel, we identified all adult individuals who...
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