Abstract
Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) with its associated complications of pulmonary embolism and postthrombotic syndrome are an important cause of morbidity and mortality. This review article provides an overview of the pathophysiology, risk factors and the guidelines for thromboprophylaxis. It also reviews the available modalities in the diagnosis and treatment of DVT. The newer methods of treatment are also discussed.
Keywords: Deep vein thrombosis, D dimers, Fondaparinux, Heparin, newer agents, prophylaxis, Rivaroxaban, Warfarin
Cardiovascular & Hematological Agents in Medicinal Chemistry
Title: An update on the Management and Treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis
Volume: 9 Issue: 4
Author(s): D. Chattopadhyay, A. Al Samaraee and V. Bhattacharya
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Keywords: Deep vein thrombosis, D dimers, Fondaparinux, Heparin, newer agents, prophylaxis, Rivaroxaban, Warfarin
Abstract: Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) with its associated complications of pulmonary embolism and postthrombotic syndrome are an important cause of morbidity and mortality. This review article provides an overview of the pathophysiology, risk factors and the guidelines for thromboprophylaxis. It also reviews the available modalities in the diagnosis and treatment of DVT. The newer methods of treatment are also discussed.
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Chattopadhyay D., Al Samaraee A. and Bhattacharya V., An update on the Management and Treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis, Cardiovascular & Hematological Agents in Medicinal Chemistry 2011; 9 (4) . https://dx.doi.org/10.2174/187152511798120921
DOI https://dx.doi.org/10.2174/187152511798120921 |
Print ISSN 1871-5257 |
Publisher Name Bentham Science Publisher |
Online ISSN 1875-6182 |
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