Venous occlusive diseases in women.

Ozsvath, Kathleen J; Moore, Colleen J · J Vasc Surg · 2013

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Abstract

Women have a high incidence of chronic venous disease. Venous occlusive disease can lead to significant morbidity and even death. Factors such as genetics, medications, and diseases can play a role in the development of venous thrombosis. In women, pregnancy can lead to a hypercoagulable state and a greater risk of venous complication. Awareness and education will be very important in the future to help identify those patients at risk.

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