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Review
. 2006;1(4):273-8.
doi: 10.1007/BF02934760.

Prophylaxis and treatment of venous thromboembolism in patients with cancer: an update

Michela Falciani  1 , Davide Imberti, Domenico Prisco
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Prophylaxis and treatment of venous thromboembolism in patients with cancer: an update

Michela Falciani et al. Intern Emerg Med. 2006.

Abstract

The close correlation between venous thromboembolism (VTE) and cancer has been known for some time, and numerous reports in the literature have highlighted the epidemiological significance. Moreover, VTE has a substantial impact on morbidity and mortality in oncological patients. The prevention and treatment of VTE are important aspects of the clinical management of patients with cancer. The presence of a tumour is often associated with thrombotic complications that are more difficult to diagnose, and sometimes make the treatment of VTE less effective and more likely to cause haemorrhages.

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