Warfarin for Nonvalvular Atrial Fibrillation in Primary Care

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Atrial fibrillation Anticoagulation Warfarin Stroke Prevention Primary care

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Warfarin for Nonvalvular Atrial Fibrillation in Primary Care – Another Example of the Age Paradox?

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