This guidance document focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of venous
thromboembolism (VTE). Efficient, cost effective diagnosis of VTE is facilitated by combining …

Importance Venous thromboembolism (VTE), comprising deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and
pulmonary embolism (PE), is a common, potentially lethal condition with acute morbidity …

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a common condition that can lead to complications such
as postphlebitic syndrome, chronic pulmonary artery hypertension, and death. The approach …

Purpose Over the past 20 years results of clinical trials have provided information that has
revolutionized the approach to management of venous thromboembolic disease. New …

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is categorised as deep venous thrombosis (DVT) and
pulmonary embolism (PE). VTE is associated with high morbidity and causes a huge …

This chapter about treatment for venous thromboembolic disease is part of the American
College of Chest Physicians Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guidelines (8th Edition) …

Deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, collectively referred to as venous
thromboembolism, constitute a major global burden of disease. The diagnostic work-up of …

Pulmonary embolism and deep venous thrombosis are the two most important
manifestations of venous thrombo-embolism (VTE), which is the third most common life …

Making a diagnosis of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) requires both clinical assessment and
objective testing because the clinical features are nonspecific and investigations can be …

Pulmonary embolism is the third most common cause of death from cardiovascular disease
after heart attack and stroke. Sequelae occurring after venous thromboembolism include …