On call. I had a hip replacement operation eight years ago and I've had a wonderful result. Now I'm ready to have my other hip done. Last time, I had blood-thinning shots in the hospital, but this time my orthopedist also wants me to take a pill at home for a month. Is it really necessary?
Simon
Harvey B
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D000925:Anticoagulants / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D019644:Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip / Q000009:adverse effects*; D004334:Drug Administration Schedule; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011655:Pulmonary Embolism / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control; D020246:Venous Thrombosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control*; D014859:Warfarin / Q000008:administration & dosage
D000925:Anticoagulants; D014859:Warfarin