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Venous thromboembolism in patients with COVID-19 infection: risk factors, prevention, and management.

Authors :
Ahuja N
Bhinder J
Nguyen J
Langan T Jr
O'Brien-Irr M
Montross B
Khan S
Sharma AM
Harris LM
Source :
Seminars in vascular surgery [Semin Vasc Surg] 2021 Sep; Vol. 34 (3), pp. 101-116. Date of Electronic Publication: 2021 Aug 04.
Publication Year :
2021

Abstract

Venous thromboembolic complications have emerged as serious sequelae in COVID-19 infections. This article summarizes the most current information regarding pathophysiology, risk factors and hematologic markers, incidence and timing of events, atypical venous thromboembolic complications, prophylaxis recommendations, and therapeutic recommendations. Data will likely to continue to rapidly evolve as more knowledge is gained regarding venous events in COVID-19 patients.<br /> (Copyright © 2021 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1558-4518
Volume :
34
Issue :
3
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Seminars in vascular surgery
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
34642030
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1053/j.semvascsurg.2021.06.002