Deep Vein Thrombosis

Window seats on planes may increase risk of deep vein thrombosis

8 Feb 2012

While you may enjoy the view, sitting in a window seat on a long-haul flight can put you at higher risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), experts warn.

Aspirin 'may thwart DVT and PE in joint replacement patients'

8 Feb 2012

Washington, Feb 8 : Following a total joint replacement, anticoagulation drugs can prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism (PE), a new study has revealed.

Aspirin may prevent DVT and PE in joint replacement patients

7 Feb 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. However, prolonged use of these therapies may increase the risk of hemorrhage and infection.