Background This is the 2nd update to the 9th edition of these guidelines. We provide
recommendations on 17 PICO (Population, Intervention, Comparator, Outcome) questions …

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 …

The post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS) is a form of chronic venous insufficiency secondary to
prior deep vein thrombosis (DVT). It affects up to 50% of patients after proximal DVT. There …

Background Standard treatment for deep vein thrombosis (DVT) aims to reduce immediate
complications. Use of thrombolytic clot removal strategies (ie thrombolysis (clot dissolving …

This consensus document is proposed to clinicians to provide the whole spectrum of deep
vein thrombosis management as an update to the 2017 consensus document. New data …

Background Early thrombus removal might prevent post-thrombotic syndrome by preserving
venous function and restoring flow. Previous trials comparing additional catheter-directed …

Thrombo-inflammation describes the complex interplay between blood coagulation and
inflammation that plays a critical role in cardiovascular diseases. The third Maastricht …

Guidelines are fundamental in addressing everyday clinical indications and in reporting the
current evidence-based data of related scientific investigations. At the same time, a spatial …

Background The CAVA (Ultrasound‐Accelerated Catheter‐Directed Thrombolysis Versus
Anticoagulation for the Prevention of Post‐Thrombotic Syndrome) trial did not show a …

The 28th edition of Bailey & Love's Short Practice of Surgery is the leading surgical resource
for medical students and surgeons in training. It encompasses the basic principles of careful …