Factor XI Inhibitors: Anticoagulation with Minimal Bleeding?
The development of new antithrombotic agents is fundamentally driven by the need to effectively prevent dangerous blood clots (thrombosis) while
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Extended Anticoagulation for Venous Thromboembolism
Venous thromboembolism (VTE) encompasses pulmonary embolism and deep vein thrombosis. These conditions carry a significant risk of recurrence, particularly following
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Thrombocytopenia and Venous Thrombosis
Thrombocytopenia and venous thrombosis present a unique clinical paradox. While low platelet counts typically increase bleeding risk, certain conditions lead
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Paget Schroetter Syndrome
Sometimes a compression of a vein causes a deep vein thrombosis. The mechanism is by preventing normal blood flow. Stagnant
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Mesenteric Vein Clot
A mesenteric vein clot is part of a group of conditions also known as “clots in unusual locations”. The common
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When to Transfer a Pulmonary Embolism Patient
Knowing when to transfer a pulmonary embolism (PE) patient is crucial for their well-being. Swift action can be life-saving and
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Trousseau Syndrome
Trousseau syndrome are recurrent migratory superficial thrombophlebitis in the context of occult visceral cancer. Recurrent means that it is not
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Incidental Pulmonary Embolism
Increased imaging made finding incidental pulmonary embolism more common. According to some data, hundreds of thousands of unexpected PE are
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Blood Thinners in Obese People
Obesity is a known risk factor for venous thromboembolism. But treating blood clots in overweight people poses another challenge. In
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Dehydration and Blood Clots
Many doctors recommend staying hydrated to prevent blood clots. These blood clots include pulmonary embolism and deep vein thrombosis. For
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