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Editorial
. 2022 Jan 1;275(1):29-30.
doi: 10.1097/SLA.0000000000005235.

Optimizing Venous Thromboembolism Prophylaxis After Injury: An Evidence-based Approach

Eileen M Bulger  1
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Editorial

Optimizing Venous Thromboembolism Prophylaxis After Injury: An Evidence-based Approach

Eileen M Bulger. Ann Surg. .
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