Venous thromboembolism (VTE)
- Anticoagulation is the treatment foundation
- DOAC preferred for most DVT/PE patients
- Duration depends on provoking factor + recurrence risk
- Cancer, pregnancy + APS can alter drug choice
- Thrombolysis/thrombectomy reserved for selected severe cases
- Reassess bleeding risk and need for extended therapy
Use at a glance
- Anticoagulation is the treatment foundation
Practical pearls
- DOAC preferred for most DVT/PE patients
Escalation / refractory disease
- Cancer, pregnancy + APS can alter drug choice
- Thrombolysis/thrombectomy reserved for selected severe cases
Monitoring / follow-up
- Duration depends on provoking factor + recurrence risk
- Reassess bleeding risk and need for extended therapy
Self-check
- What is a treatment foundation for Venous thromboembolism (VTE)?
Anticoagulation.
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