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New Oral Anticoagulants in Addition to Dual Anti-platelet Therapy After an Acute Coronary Syndrome: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials

Makalutang M. Kadatuan
Jun 2013 DOI 10.69944/pjc.13aef419bc

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Makalutang M. Kadatuan, MD 

Chong Hua Hospital Heart Institute, Cebu City 

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