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How do doctors determine when to use warfarin, heparin, or aspirin for the treatment of antiphospholipid syndrome? and how long it should be?

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APS: The type of anticoagulation is dependent on the severity of APS. Aspirin for all who can take it. Warfarin for recurrent DVT, stroke, thromboembolism episodes. Heparin during pregnancy and as a bridge.

Answered 2/3/2020

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