Vascular News
The latest Vascular News articles published daily. Includes news on arterial diseases (aortic abdominal aneurysms, thoracic aortic aneurysms, aortic arch, dissections and ischemia, as well as peripheral arterial disease) and venous diseases (varicose veins and deep vein thrombosis).
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DVT And PE In Joint Replacement Patients May Be Prevented By Aspirin
09 February 2012
Following a total joint replacement, anticoagulation (blood thinning) drugs can prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot deep within the extremities, or a pulmonary embolism (PE), a complication that causes a blood clot to move to the lungs... [read article]
During First Week Following Total Joint Replacement, Risk Of Pulmonary Embolism Is Greatest
09 February 2012
The elevated risk of pulmonary embolism (PE) - a blood clot that travels from the leg to the lungs - following total joint replacement (TJR) surgery has been well established, yet little is known about the natural course and... [read article]
No Evidence To Support 'Economy Class Syndrome' In New DVT Guidelines
09 February 2012
Oral contraceptives, sitting in a window seat, advanced age, and pregnancy increase DVT risk in long-distance travelers
New evidence-based guidelines from the American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP) address the many... [read article]
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