Background Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) are associated with an
increased risk of venous thromboembolism. However, the size of this risk relative to that …

2.1. 1. Epidemiology and burden of the disease. The annual incidence of first episode of
symptomatic DVT in the adult population ranges from 50 to 100 per 100 000 population, with …

Background Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) arises with an incidence of about 1 per 1000
persons per year; 4–10% of all DVTs are located in an upper extremity (DVT-UE). DVT-UE …

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is common in cancer patients and is an important cause of
morbidity and mortality. The Global Anticoagulant Registry in the FIELD (GARFIELD)–VTE …

Background Totally implantable venous access ports (PORTs) and peripherally inserted
central catheters (PICCs) are associated with an increased risk of venous thromboembolism …

Central venous access device (CVAD)-related thrombosis (CRT) is a common complication
among patients requiring central venous access as part of their medical care. Complications …

To identify patient-related risk factors for venous thrombosis in patients with central venous
catheters (CVC) or peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC). We performed a …

Upper extremity deep vein thrombosis (UEDVT) accounts for 5% of all deep vein
thromboses (DVTs). UEDVT may be complicated by post thrombotic syndrome and …

Venous thoracic outlet syndrome (VTOS) is uncommon but most frequently occurs in young,
active, healthy patients. This condition typically presents as subclavian vein (SCV) effort …

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) and thrombocytopenia are both more common in cancer
patients than in general populations. Both the outcomes and optimal management of cancer …