Antiplatelet Therapy May Protect Renal Function in Some Lupus Patients

However, researchers acknowledge their results do not resolve the controversy over whether antiplatelet agents or anticoagulants are more beneficial for this patient population.

Lara C. Pullen, PhD, is a medical writer based in the Chicago area.

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