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Mortality up to day 32 in older (≥60 years) medical patients randomised to the anticoagulant fondaparinux or placebo
| Variable | Fondaparinux group (n=425) | Placebo group (n=414) |
|---|---|---|
| Death from any cause: | ||
| Fatal pulmonary embolism | 3 | 7 |
| Fatal bleeding* | 2 | 1 |
| Other causes | 9 | 17 |
| Total No (%) | 14 (3) | 25 (6) |
None occurred during study treatment.
