Thromboembolic Disease.
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.pop.2023.07.004.
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Abstract
Venous thromboembolism (VTE) encompasses deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, both of which can present on a spectrum from subtle symptoms to life- and limb-threatening emergencies. Some risk factors for VTE overlap cardiovascular risk factors and statin therapy can somewhat reduce the VTE risk. When presentations are not life-threatening, clinical prediction scores using the Well's criteria are best used to determine diagnostic testing. The mainstay of VTE treatment is anticoagulant therapy, although life- and limb-threatening presentations can also require thrombolytic therapy.
Medical subject headings
- Venous Thromboembolism
- Venous Thrombosis
- Pulmonary Embolism