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Thromb Haemost 2004; 92(04): 672-673
DOI: 10.1160/TH04-08-0472
DOI: 10.1160/TH04-08-0472
Editorial Focus
Paracetamol (acetaminophen) and warfarin interaction: unraveling the pivotal role of the vitamin K cycle
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Publication History
Received
04 August 2004
Accepted after revision
11 August 2004
Publication Date:
06 December 2017 (online)
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