Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Risk factors for VTE post-spine surgery identified

(HealthDay)—There are multiple independent risk factors for the development of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) and/or pulmonary embolism (PE) after spine surgery, according to a study published in the Oct. 1 issue of Spine.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

'Risk calculator' developed for venous thromboses

In Austria, around 15,000 people a year develop a venous thrombosis, the occlusion of a vein that can result in a pulmonary embolism. A clot breaks free from a vein and travels via the bloodstream to the lungs, where it blocks ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Drinking alcohol to lower the risk of venous thrombosis?

Wine and beer in moderate doses may protect against venous thrombosis, but consumption of more than 14 standard drinks per week increases the risk of the same condition, in particular pulmonary embolism, in both men and women, ...

Oncology & Cancer

ASCO: anticoagulant use predicts metastatic prostate CA survival

(HealthDay)—Anticoagulant use is associated with improved overall survival in men receiving docetaxel chemotherapy for treatment of metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC), according to research presented ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Selective D-dimer testing strategy seems safe, effective

(HealthDay)—For patients with suspected deep venous thrombosis (DVT), selective D-dimer testing is a safe and a more efficient testing strategy than universal testing, according to a study published in the Jan. 15 issue ...

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