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Desirudin: Oligopeptide Research Reference

Recombinant hirudin variant for DVT prophylaxis after hip replacement surgery. This peptide or oligopeptide is studied for its biological activity, structure...

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
thrombin-inhibitor anticoagulant dvt

Overview

Recombinant hirudin variant for DVT prophylaxis after hip replacement surgery.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameDesirudin

Mechanism of Action

Recombinant hirudin provides potent direct thrombin inhibition for VTE prevention.

References

  • Wikipept Peptide Database
  • Primary literature (see individual entries)

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameDesirudin
CategoryPeptide Drugs

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