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Postings on Blood Clots

For Patients and Caregivers

Posting Date Posted
VTE & IBD: Study Quantifies Risk of Venous Thromboembolism During Flares and Remission of Inflammatory Bowel Disease March, 2010
A Patient Story: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) - A Silent Killer March, 2010
Video - Deadly Blood Clots: The Dangers of Venous Thromboembolism August, 2009
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) & Pulmonary Embolism (PE) Video August, 2009
Blood Clots - DVT & PE Facts Slide Show July, 2009
Blood Clots in the Lung (Pulmonary Embolism - PE) at 28 Years Old: Bonnie's Story December, 2008
Your Guide to Preventing and Treating Blood Clots November, 2008
Cassie Sheffield & Noah Caiden Brown: A baby taken from his mother by blood clots June, 2008
Mickey's Story - DVT & Leukemia April, 2008
Mitzi Silliman - A Life Cut Short by Pulmonary Embolism April, 2008
Birth Control Patch & Blood Clot Risk: FDA Approves Update to Label on Birth Control Patch February, 2008
Pulmonary Embolism: Diagnosis of PE Reviewed and Updated February, 2008
What is the association between lipoprotein a [Lp(a)] and venous thrombosis (VTE)? July, 2007
Blood Clots & Travel: World Health Organization (WHO) Report on Travel and Clotting Risk July, 2007
Diet & Deep Vein Thrombosis - More fish, fruits, & veggies = lower DVT risk? June, 2007
Should 3rd Generation Birth Control Pills be Banned? - Opposition to a Petition to Ban 3rd Generation OCs March, 2007
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Patient Story: An Interview with Mark Hackley March, 2007
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) & Pulmonary Embolism (PE) Chat Transcript March, 2007
The Story of My Mom, Carol B. - A Life Cut Short by Pulmonary Embolism (PE) March, 2007
Clotting Disorders Presentation by Stephan Moll, MD February, 2007
Tell a Friend About Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) February, 2007
Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolus Estimates are Substantially Higher than Previously Thought February, 2007
New National Performance Measures Issue Mandate to Reduce Incidence of Deep-Vein Thrombosis February, 2007
DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis) Awareness Month: DVT Awareness by Design February, 2007
The Pulmonary Embolism Support Group - Support for Individuals with DVT or PE January, 2007
FAQs About Warfarin (brand name Coumadin) December, 2006
Understanding Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) June, 2006
New Guidelines to Reduce DVT Risk in Cancer Patients April, 2006
DVT Awareness Month Reviewed April, 2006
David Bloom's DVT Story: An Interview with Melanie Bloom March, 2006
Cedric Bills' DVT Story March, 2006
Help Make History at the DVT Coalition Kick-off Event February, 2006
AstraZeneca Decides to Withdraw Exanta February, 2006
Largest study yet confirms benefits of clinical pharmacy managed anticoagulation service June, 2005
About DVT Awareness Month March, 2005
Understanding the PT-INR Test January, 2004
Cancer and Deep Vein Thrombosis

Frequently Asked Questions Date Posted
Where can I find a support group or meet others who have had a DVT, PE, or clotting disorder? January, 2007
Can - or should - the blood clot(s) in my leg(s) be removed surgically? January, 2007
What is the d-Dimer test? August, 2006
I am taking warfarin (brand name Coumadin) for a blood clot in my leg (DVT). Will the pain in my leg ever go away? February, 2006
What are graduated compression stockings, where do I get them, and how do I put them on? February, 2006
Will the blood clot in my leg go away now that I am on medication for it? October, 2005
Where can I find an anticoagulation expert near my home or office? October, 2005

For Health Care Providers

Posting Date Posted
Factor V Leiden and/or Prothrombin G20210A mutation: Impact on initial & recurrence of VTE in family members June, 2010
VTE & IBD: Study Quantifies Risk of Venous Thromboembolism During Flares and Remission of Inflammatory Bowel Disease March, 2010
Subcutaneous Direct Thrombin Inhibitor (Desirudin) Approved for Prevention of DVT in the US; Shown to be Superior to Heparin and Enoxaparin March, 2010
Video: Current and Emerging Trends in DVT Prophylaxis October, 2009
Video - Deadly Blood Clots: The Dangers of Venous Thromboembolism August, 2009
Blood Clots - DVT & PE Facts Slide Show July, 2009
Reduction in cardiovascular events with Rosuvastatin correlates with hsCRP levels in healthy patients with normal cholesterol values June, 2009
Does Warfarin Prevent Catheter-related Thrombosis in Cancer Patients? Yes and No. June, 2009
ATRIA Study: Reduced Renal Function and Proteinuria Are Associated with a Higher Stroke Rate in Patients with Atrial Fibrillation April, 2009
Approximately 25% of Hospitalizations for COPD Exacerbations May Involve Pulmonary Embolism or Thrombosis April, 2009
Preventing Hospital-Acquired Venous Thromboembolism - AHRQ Guide November, 2008
Pulmonary Embolism – a thorough update by a top expert in the field March, 2008
Birth Control Patch & Blood Clot Risk: FDA Approves Update to Label on Birth Control Patch February, 2008
Pulmonary Embolism: Diagnosis of PE Reviewed and Updated February, 2008
Upper Extremity Deep Vein Thrombosis: More Questions than Answers January, 2008
Can we rely upon venous ultrasonography to detect DVT? January, 2008
Could thromboembolism be considered an extra intestinal manifestation of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)? January, 2008
Heart attack and stroke risks are increased in those with deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism (PE) January, 2008
Data find 12 million hospitalized patients at risk of venous thrombosis (VTE) each year in the U.S. January, 2008
What is the association between lipoprotein a [Lp(a)] and venous thrombosis (VTE)? July, 2007
Blood Clots & Travel: World Health Organization (WHO) Report on Travel and Clotting Risk July, 2007
Diet & Deep Vein Thrombosis - More fish, fruits, & veggies = lower DVT risk? June, 2007
Should 3rd Generation Birth Control Pills be Banned? - Opposition to a Petition to Ban 3rd Generation OCs March, 2007
Tell a Friend About Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) February, 2007
Science Advisory Advocates Dual Antiplatelet Therapy with Aspirin and Thienopyridine for one Year for Drug Eluting Stents February, 2007
Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolus Estimates are Substantially Higher than Previously Thought February, 2007
New National Performance Measures Issue Mandate to Reduce Incidence of Deep-Vein Thrombosis February, 2007
DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis) Awareness Month: DVT Awareness by Design February, 2007
The Pulmonary Embolism Support Group - Support for Individuals with DVT or PE January, 2007
d-Dimer Found Useful in Decision to Continue Anticoagulation Following First Idiopathic VTE December, 2006
Weight-based, fixed-dose, unmonitored subcutaneous UFH administered twice daily found to be equivalent to LMWH for treatment of DVT and PE August, 2006
Update on Treatment and Prevention of Pulmonary Embolism August, 2006
Is it safe to omit additional tests is d-Dimer is negative? August, 2006
Review on Chronic Venous Disease and Post-thrombotic Syndrome August, 2006
Diagnosis, risk-stratification, and management of patients with antiphospholipid antibody syndrome (and/or lupus anticoagulant) July, 2006
Homocysteine Lowering Therapy in Vascular Disease - No Reduction in Recurrent Events May, 2006
Air travel activates clotting more than immobilization alone, especially in patients with factor V Leiden (fVL) and/or oral contraceptive use April, 2006
New Guidelines to Reduce DVT Risk in Cancer Patients April, 2006
DVT Awareness Month Reviewed April, 2006
Help Make History at the DVT Coalition Kick-off Event February, 2006
AstraZeneca Decides to Withdraw Exanta February, 2006
Poor Early Anticoagulation Control Associated with Near 3-fold Increase in DVT Recurrence and Post-thrombotic Syndrome January, 2006
New Data Fuels Continued Controversy About Anti-Phospholipid Antibody (APA) and Lupus Anticoagulant Management (LAC) November, 2005
"Mini Strokes" with Maximum Impact August, 2005
Spiral CT Angiography for Acute PE: Where Do We Stand? March, 2005
About DVT Awareness Month March, 2005
D-Dimer Testing to Exclude Recurrent DVT January, 2005
Is It Safe to Withhold Anticoagulation if Ultrasound is Negative? October, 2004
Pulmonary Hypertension After PE More Common Than Previously Thought October, 2004
Pulmonary Embolism Following Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Surgery October, 2004
New Information to Identify Those at Risk for Upper Extremity DVT September, 2004
Study and Editorial Address Three-Fold Greater Recurrence of DVT in Men September, 2004
Exanta not Recommended by FDA Advisory Panel, Causes M.I.s? September, 2004
Emerging data in VTE Prevention for the Acutely Ill Medical Patients September, 2004
Treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis August, 2004
Leading Authority Reviews Advances in Pulmonary Embolism Diagnosis and Treatment April, 2004

Frequently Asked Questions Date Posted
Can - or should - the blood clot(s) in my leg(s) be removed surgically? January, 2007
Where can I find an anticoagulation expert near my home or office? October, 2005
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