Will taking an aspirin a day cut the risk of breast cancer? Mar 10, 2008
Will taking an aspirin a day cut the risk of breast cancer. CAT LOOKS JUST PURR-FECT. (Daily Mail)
Simple jab can cut blood-clot deaths Feb 24, 2008
The condition, which refers to deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), takes more lives than lung and breast cancer combined every year. A recent international study showed 60 per cent of Australian hospital patients were at risk of VTE but, of those, 40 per cent did not receive effective prophylaxis. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Stroke Awareness Feb 18, 2008
2007 San Diego Stroke Symposium June 15 Mission Bay Stroke experts from across the country will be presenting topics in acute stroke care including basic neuroanatomy, acute stroke management, blood pressure management, and DVT prophylaxis. Target Audience: physicians, nurses, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, physical therapists, and occupational/speech therapists. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Blood clot danger for bed-ridden patients Feb 12, 2008
The condition, known as deep vein thrombosis (DVT), is often referred to as "Economy Class Syndrome", because it can be caused by long-distance flights ... Research shows one in 10 hospital deaths is the result of DVT - caused by a clot travelling from the vein to the lungs ... Patients most at risk from DVT are cancer sufferers, those having major surgery - particularly if over 40 - and stroke victims. (NEWS.com.au)
Clot-Busting Drug Offers New Approach to DVT Jan 29, 2008
"The anticoagulation therapy that you get for DVT is pretty good at protecting you from pulmonary embolism, which is the life-threatening part of DVT," said study author Dr. Richard Chang, of the National Institute of Health's Department of Diagnostic Radiology. DVT is the formation of blood clots in veins deep within the legs ... Some 250,000 people in the United States suffer a first episode of DVT each year. (Health-Finder)
New therapy effectively treats deep vein thrombosis Jan 29, 2008
The study found that injecting or lacing the clot with a fiber-binding thrombolytic agent effectively treats deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and reduces the risk of subsequent recurrence or bleeding ... DVT is a common and serious health problem in which a blood clot, or thrombus, form in the deep veins, particularly in the lower leg or thigh ... Most patients with DVT are treated solely with anticoagulation therapy (blood thinners) and compression stockings. (EurekAlert!)
Clexane(R)/Lovenox(R) Approved in Japan Jan 28, 2008
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism are common manifestations of VTE and can significantly impact morbidity and mortality in surgical patients ... This may occur in any part of the venous system, but the most common manifestations are deep-vein thrombosis (DVT), usually in the leg, and pulmonary embolism (PE) ... PE is a potentially life-threatening complication of DVT; anyone who experiences DVT is at risk of a PE, which occurs when part or all of a blood clot in a deep vein... (PR Newswire)
Injuries might boost clot risk Jan 26, 2008
This is intriguing information for physicians who work with leg injuries and vascular surgeons charged with diagnosing DVT. ... People most at risk for DVT are those who have been on prolonged bed rest or otherwise unable to move their legs frequently, such as hospital patients, stroke victims and people with spinal cord injuries. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Sprained ankles 'pose DVT risk' Jan 16, 2008
Sprained ankles 'pose DVT risk ... Dr David Keeling, expert in DVT at the Oxford Haemophilia Centre and Thrombosis Unit, said the findings seemed credible and corresponded to his experience of treating patients. (BBC News -- Health)
Minor Leg Injuries May Up Clot Risk Jan 15, 2008
Major leg injuries that require a cast, surgery, extended bed rest, or immobilization are known risk factors for deep vein clots, known medically as deep venous thrombosis or DVT.. These clots can turn deadly when they travel to the lungs. (CBS News)
Common Minor Leg Injuries Linked To Higher Blood Clot Risk Jan 15, 2008
The risk of so-called minor injuries that do not lead to these additional factors is unknown. " Karlijn J. van Stralen, M.Sc., Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands, and team look at 2,471 patients who had developed venous thrombosis between 1999-2004. The participants filled in a questionnaire about any injuries, surgical procedures, plaster casts or immobilizations they had within 12 months of developing blood clots. They also wrote down their weight, height, family... (Medical News Today)
Bayer/JNJs oral anticoagulant rivaroxaban still under watch for potential liver toxicity, physicians say Dec 28, 2007
Dr Sylvia Haas, an investigator on the RECORD trials, said the company is also conducting studies evaluating this agent into other indications such as the treatment of DVT (deep vein thrombosis) and stroke prevention. Rivaroxaban has a goal to replace the current standard of treatment with injectables (such as low molecular weight heparin), but also the oral vitamin-K antagonists. (FT.com -- Markets)
Parents praise DVT action pledge Dec 27, 2007
The family of a student who died from an undiagnosed deep vein thrombosis (DVT) has welcomed efforts to improve diagnosis of the condition ... Gordon and Jane McPherson have campaigned for increased awareness of DVT since their daughter Katie died ... Katie, 23, from Langbank, Renfrewshire, died in 2003 after medics at two hospitals failed to diagnose DVT.. (BBC News)
UK call for more air seat space Dec 13, 2007
But it said action was needed on seat distances, calling on the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to increase the minimum seat pitch to 30". This is primarily due to the committee's concerns about passengers not being able to adopt the brace position in a crash landing, but fears about deep vein thrombosis (DVT) also played a role. Blood clots can form in the lower limbs during long periods of immobility - and can kill if they travel to the lungs - although the risk of this remains low. The minimum... (BBC News -- Health)
Airlines 'should be forced to increase leg room' Dec 13, 2007
The lack of leg room for seating in passenger jets has been linked to scares over deep vein thrombosis (DVT) which can cause fatal blood clots, particularly on long-haul flights. The research also showed more space between seats could allow passengers to evacuate planes more safely in an emergency. (Independent)
Pivotal Phase III Data Showed Rivaroxaban Was Statistically Superior to Enoxaparin in Preventing Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) in Patients Following Hip Replacement Surgery Dec 9, 2007
The RECORD1 (REgulation of Coagulation in major Orthopedic surgery reducing the Risk of DVT and PE) clinical trial evaluated the safety and efficacy of rivaroxaban with enoxaparin in patients undergoing total hip replacement surgery. The duration of thromboprophylaxis in both treatment groups was five weeks. (BusinessWire)
A tough pill to swallow Nov 21, 2007
Typically clots first show up on legs, forming the dreaded "DVT" or deep-vein thrombosis ... Although nobody likes a big red leg, the real danger in a DVT lies in its ability to break off and head for the lungs. (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
Thanksgiving Turkey Tips to Keep Food Poisoning at Bay Nov 21, 2007
linked to blood clots, pulmonary embolism, dvt & stroke. Free case review. (Newsinferno.com)
NRI woman dies after IVF procedure Nov 17, 2007
Nina Thanki, a driving instructor from Great Glen, Leicestershire, suffered a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in her leg which moved into her lung after she underwent infertility treatment at Leicester Royal Infirmary. The IVF, combined with a long-term pelvic problem, were contributory factors to her death from a pulmonary embolism on August 7 last year, the inquiry at Leicester coroner's court in Leicester, about 100 km from here, was told. (India Times, India)
Patients come first for Emerson nurse Nov 16, 2007
Coumadin is necessary for many medical conditions that include patients who have had a stroke, who have atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat), or those who have had deep vein thrombosis (DVT) (blood clots) ... Coumadin is also used to prevent DVTs in patients who are having hip and knee replacements. (Concord Journal, MA)
We now know out of 4,500 people who fly, one will get a DVT within 8 weeks after travel." Nov 6, 2007
A blood clot that forms within large, deep veins of the body, usually in the leg, is called a deep vein thrombosis or DVT. If untreated, part of the clot may break off and travel to the lungs, where it can cause a pulmonary embolism, a potentially fatal condition. "We now know out of 4,500 people who fly, one will get a DVT within 8 weeks after travel," Cannegieter said ... Employees log on to the company's intranet for training about risks, symptoms and preventive measurers for DVT and other... (International Herald Tribune)
Gene-block birth control 'on way' Oct 19, 2007
Oral contraceptives can cause nausea, headaches, and low sex drive and raise slightly the risk of DVT and strokes. However, the new "Pill" is at least a decade away - and may have its own side-effects. (BBC News)
Federal Judge Unclots Path for Deep Vein Thrombosis Suits Against Airlines Oct 16, 2007
Walker gives hope to some air travelers afflicted by DVT ... Northern District of California Chief Judge Vaughn Walker wrote that in cases alleging an "accident" -- that is, an unforeseeable circumstance, rather than a simple failure to alert passengers to DVT -- the claims may move forward ... DVT, or deep vein thrombosis, is a blood clot caused by prolonged immobility; they were enticing to plaintiffs attorneys because they're relatively common, potentially fatal, and, the lawyers say, the... (Law.com)
MIT soldiers on with backsaver Oct 1, 2007
Cognex DVT color vision sensors will also help keep the White Knight straight if it encounters unpaved roads. Copyright 2007 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Lyons out of World Cup with broken leg Oct 1, 2007
Lyons will delay his return to Sydney for surgery by a few weeks due to his DVT condition. It has yet to be decided who will replace Lyons. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Wallaby backrower Lyons breaks leg, ruled out of World Cup Sep 30, 2007
"The problem we've got is the treatment for his DVT thins his blood and consequently when he sustains a fracture it makes you bleed a lot more," Raftery said. "Consequently he's got quite a swollen leg and we've got to control that swelling and bleeding and at the same time get him back on to his DVT treatment.". (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Long haul flights treble risk of DVT Sep 30, 2007
Because new research has revealed that long-haul flyers are three times more likely to develop deep vein thrombosis (DVT) than those whose feet stay on the ground ... The researchers calculated that DVT therefore occurs on average once in every 4,656 journeys and that people who take long haul flights have a 3 ... 2 in 1000 chance of getting DVT compared with one every 1000 for non-flyers. (Management-Issues)
Lyons claims victory over debilitating condition Sep 28, 2007
At the time, it was assumed that DVT - which affects a sufferer's ability to travel - would put Lyons out of the game for some time ... "Shortly after discovering I had DVT, I had my first procedure in hospital, where they clean it all out," Lyons said ... " How he got DVT remains a mystery, but Lyons knows that he must stick to a strict routine of taking medication three times a day. "However, before any contact work at training, or before a game, I'll go off [the medication] for 24 days so... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Risk Of Dangerous Clots After Air Travel Seen As Minimal Sep 27, 2007
The risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or formation of dangerous blood clots after air travel is minimal in most people, according to a new study by researchers at the Leiden University Medical Center in Netherlands. However they caution that in obese individuals and in women who use oral contraceptives, the risk of DVT after long-haul flights may indeed be high ... The problem with DVT is that this clot may break off and travel via the blood to vital organs like the brain, lungs and the heart,... (News Locale)
Long-haul flight 'triples' chance of suffering DVT Sep 25, 2007
Long-haul flight 'triples' chance of suffering DVT - Telegraph ... Long-haul flight 'triples' chance of suffering DVT ... A study of more than 8,700 people found that on average an air passenger who takes a flight lasting longer than four hours has a one in around 4,700 chance of getting DVT.. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Under 30s at highest risk of DVT on flights Sep 25, 2007
Their findings further strengthens the link between DVTs and air travel - so-called Economy Class Syndrome ... Overall, they found that longhaul passengers are three times more at risk of DVT than those who do not fly ... "Overall, there is a three-fold higher risk of DVT from long haul, but if you're a woman, who is overweight and on the Pill it could be as high as one per cent.". (Daily Mail)
New Drug No Substitute for Standard Blood-Clot Therapy Sep 13, 2007
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 12 (HealthDay News) -- Three studies on the new anti-clotting medication idraparinux found the drug was effective at treating deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and for the long-term prevention of blood clots ... "Our conclusion in the DVT study was that it was a good alternative. For pulmonary embolism, idraparinux was not as good as standard therapy." ... Two of the studies, published in the Sept. 13 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine, compared the use of idraparinux to... (Health-Finder)
ThromboGenics and BioInvent Announce Successful Completion of Phase I Clinical Trial of the Anticoagulant TB-402 Sep 7, 2007
The initial Phase II trial will be a dose-ranging clinical trial evaluating safety and efficacy (ability to prevent deep vein thrombosis - DVT) in an orthopaedic surgery setting ... Prevention and Treatment of Venous Thromboembolic disease (VTE) Venous thromboembolic disease (deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary embolism) represents a major health issue, with an incidence of 1 to 3 per 1000 individuals per year and a high early mortality rate. (PR Newswire)
Can office printers cause cancer? Aug 15, 2007
Since it is wintertime, I cannot open the window for ventilation and also I must keep myself warm as a DVT precaution. The other thing that is interesting is that today I went onto the HP website and went through their 'find a printer' steps and both recommendations their program came up with for me were HIGH emitters. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Radiologists encouraged to look beyond cancer for clinically unseen diseases Aug 15, 2007
The study focused on pulmonary embolism (PE), inferior vena cava (IVC), and iliac and iliofemoral deep venous thromboses (DVTs) in oncology patients ... According to the study, 23 patients had unsuspected iliofemoral DVT and four had common iliac vein involvement. (EurekAlert!)
New CIHI analysis shows varying rates of adverse events in Canada Aug 14, 2007
It usually originates in a vein in the leg, when it is known as deep vein thrombosis (DVT). The risk of post-admission PE or DVT generally increases with age, with patients 60 and over at higher risk than younger patients. (Canada Newswire)
Preventing "Economy Class Syndrome" Aug 12, 2007
The WHO report verified that travel lasting more than four hours results in a twofold risk of DVT/PE in the general population, with certain groups at additional risk ... Studies show that most patients with DVT have more than one predisposing risk factor ... Though the term "economy class syndrome," came about because of the risk associated with being crammed into airplane seats with little chance to move about, the WHO studies verified that most modes of travel that require people to stay in... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
CDC Offers Travelers' Health Guide Jul 29, 2007
This book can help prepare travelers for their trips, or help them learn how to stay safe and healthy while overseas," Dr. Christie Reed, team leader for the CDC traveler's health group, said in a prepared statement. Injuries and auto accidents pose the greatest risk to travelers, according to the CDC, so the book emphasizes wearing seat belts while driving in foreign countries. The Yellow Book also addresses deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a condition in which blood clots form deep in the veins of... (Health-Finder)
Immobility raises blood clot danger Jul 25, 2007
Matt Freed, Post-Gazette Allegheny General Hospital's Dr. Satish Muluk is an expert on DVT, a dangerous ailment air travelers can get ... "As I started to describe the swelling in my ankle and the cramping feeling in my calf, the pharmacist said, 'That sounds like DVT. You should go to a hospital.' " ... DVT stands for deep venous thrombosis, a blood clot which typically forms in the deep veins of the leg. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Tummy tamer breathes again Jul 23, 2007
Dr Morton said corsets and body shapers could restrict blood flow in the main vein in the abdomen, potentially leading to DVT, the formation of a blood clot that could cause death if untreated. DVT has been linked to long-haul flights or sitting for more than eight hours. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Heartbreak: blood clot threatens to rob Lyons of World Cup spot Jul 20, 2007
" Raftery said while all cases of DVT must be treated seriously, the position of the clot in Lyons's leg made his case less threatening. "There is some element of danger in all cases of DVT but in David's case, the clot is below the knee, which is not considered as dangerous as having one in the arm or in the leg above the knee. " Raftery said he was unable yet to predict the length of Lyons's treatment and rehabilitation. "It's a balance between making sure that Dave is getting the appropriate... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Double trouble: DVT a small, but serious risk Jul 18, 2007
The condition, known as deep vein thrombosis, or DVT, arises when blood flow in the lower extremities slows, leading to the formation of blood clots ... Many, of course, were on short-haul flights (and, presumably, at little risk), but the DVT issue raises a related question. (MSNBC -- International)
International ENDORSE Study Shows That the Majority of Hospitalized Patients Surveyed are at Risk for VTE and Many do not Receive Recommended VTE prophylaxis Jul 9, 2007
This may occur in any part of the venous system, but the most common manifestations are deep-vein thrombosis (DVT), usually in the leg, and pulmonary embolism (PE). VTE is a common complication among patients hospitalized for major surgery or with a severe medical illness such as cancer or cardiopulmonary disease, particularly when accompanied by prolonged bed rest, age over 60, or a previous history of VTE. About COR (Center for Outcomes Research) The Center for Outcomes Research (COR) serves... (PR Newswire)
New Study Shows That Extending Prophylaxis With Clexane(R) / Lovenox(R) (enoxaparin Sodium Injection) to 5 Weeks is More Effective Than 10 Days for Reducing the Risk of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) in Acutely ill Medical Patients With Reduced Mobility Jul 9, 2007
The primary efficacy endpoint was the incidence of asymptomatic deep-vein thrombosis (DVT), symptomatic DVT, symptomatic pulmonary embolism (PE), or fatal PE during the double-blind period ... 0044) and asymptomatic proximal DVT by 34% (2 ... The objective of the Exclaim study was to assess the superiority of enoxaparin prophylaxis given for 28 plus or minus 4 days versus placebo, both following an initial treatment with enoxaparin for 10 plus or minus 4 days, to reduce VTE events The primary... (PR Newswire)
Phase III Trial Results Show Superiority of Rivaroxaban over Enoxaparin for the Prevention of Venous Thromboembolism in Patients Undergoing Knee Replacement Surgery Jul 8, 2007
Patients in the RECORD3 (REgulation of Coagulation in major Orthopaedic surgery reducing the Risk of DVT and PE) study who were treated with rivaroxaban demonstrated a 49% relative risk reduction (RRR) (p<0. 001) in the composite primary endpoint of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), non-fatal pulmonary embolism (PE) and all-cause mortality compared to those treated with enoxaparin ... 01) for developing major VTE (the composite of proximal DVT, non-fatal PE and VTE-related death) the secondary... (BusinessWire)
Clues to stress-infertility link Jul 2, 2007
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BBC Guide: IVF Jul 2, 2007
Four hours of travel 'a DVT risk. MOST READ. (BBC News -- Health)
Legs get altitude to prevent clots Jul 2, 2007
Patients who have surgery are at risk of developing DVT. After the operation, they are given blood-thinning drugs or have inflatable devices wrapped around their lower legs to avoid blood clots. On long airline flights, which studies have shown to increase the DVT risk, no such help is available ... If those in the NewSit seats had lower rates of DVT markers than those who sat in traditional seats, the airline would know if the seats are worth the extra $600 and 4 pounds of added weight, which... (USA Today)
Four hours of travel 'a DVT risk' Jun 30, 2007
Four hours of travel 'a DVT risk ... This is because the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) - the collective name for DVTs and pulmonary embolisms (clots in the lungs) - does not go away completely after a flight is over, and risk remains elevated for about four weeks ... "The study does confirm that there is an increased risk of venous thromboembolism during travel where the passenger is seated and immobile over four hours, whether in a plane, train, bus or car. "However, it is important to... (BBC News -- Health)
Long-haul flights double DVT risk Jun 30, 2007
Taking a long-haul flight doubles the risk of developing blood clots that can lead to potentially fatal deep vein thrombosis (DVT), the World Health Organisation warned on Friday. DVT occurs when a clot forms in leg veins during periods of relative immobility, such as long-haul travel. (iAfrica.com)
Long-Distance Air Travel Doubles Risk of Blood Clot, WHO Says Jun 30, 2007
The research found that pre-existing factors such as obesity, the use of oral contraceptives and blood abnormalities significantly increased the risk of developing DVT as a result of travel. The duration of travel and taking several flights within a short space of time also increased the likelihood of a clot forming. (Bloomberg)
Health body reveals DVT risk groups Jun 29, 2007
The WHO issued a 24-page report warning that, while the risk of developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT), normally in the form of a blood clot in the calves, is small, it increases if people stay immobile for long periods in cramped conditions, or are predisposed to the condition for genetic or lifestyle reasons. The recommendations, based on research carried out by scientists in Britain, Switzerland and the Netherlands, include taking a short walk or doing simple exercises to contract the calf... (Channel 4 News)
Third of all births by C-section Jun 17, 2007
In addition, there s greater risk for a DVT (deep-vein blood clot) or pulmonary embolism than with someone who s thinner and up and out of bed faster. Prodded by Riley, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists two years ago issued guidelines that say obstetricians should warn patients about these risks and encourage weight loss before attempting pregnancy. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Bloom works to prevent DVT Jun 13, 2007
For the past three years, Melanie Bloom has been the national patient spokeswoman for the Coalition to Prevent DVT. She hopes her outreach will save other families the pain of losing a loved one to deep-vein thrombosis ... DVT is a common but serious medical condition that affects about 2 million Americans each year ... There are risk factors that heighten a person's chances of developing DVT. David Bloom had at least three of them: restricted mobility caused by long-distance travel, dehydration... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Health expert says long-haul flights harmful for Beckham Jun 10, 2007
And aviation health expert Farrol Kahn warned: It puts him in the high risk category for getting deep-vein thrombosis (DVT) ... Kahn said: We first thought that DVT was mainly a problem for the elderly, but we re increasingly finding that it can occur to people much younger ... If an athlete has an injury to the lower leg, that increases their chances of getting DVT. If a footballer has been kicked, so they have a bruise or internal haemorrhage, that increases the chances. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
READ MORE > Jun 9, 2007
During the special program from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Sioux City Convention Center, Melanie Bloom, national patient spokesperson for the Coalition to Prevent DVT, will share the story of her husband, David Bloom, veteran NBC News correspondent who died from complications related to DVT while covering the war in Iraq. Prior to Bloom's presentation, Dr. Gregg Galloway, Mercy pathologist and chairman of the hospital board's Quality Committee, will offer a short educational overview of DVT. ...... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Becks facing health risks Jun 9, 2007
And aviation health expert Farrol Kahn warned: "It puts him in the high risk category for getting deep-vein thrombosis (DVT). "That would ruin that leg for life you simply could not use it again ... Kahn said: "We first thought that DVT was mainly a problem for the elderly, but we're increasingly finding that it can occur to people much younger. "If an athlete has an injury to the lower leg, that increases their chances of getting DVT. If a footballer has been kicked, so they have a bruise or... (iAfrica.com)
Bloom's widow seeks to raise DVT awareness Jun 8, 2007
Bloom died of a pulmonary embolism resulting from DVT while traveling with the Army's 3rd Infantry Division in Iraq ... At a medical conference at the Sheraton Baltimore City Center, Melanie Bloom, 44, recalled that her husband spent the weeks before his death riding and often sleeping in Army tanks, experiencing the kind of prolonged cramped quarters that can increase the risk of developing DVT. He had been living with a unit that was about three weeks into the Iraq war when he died April 6,... (SunSpot.net)
No swim tour for Monk due to DVT threat Jun 4, 2007
The combination of injury and the threat of Deep-vein thrombosis (DVT) has forced rising star Kenrick Monk out of the upcoming Mare Nostrum series and a showdown with swimming maestro Michael Phelps ... The teenager, unable to kick or turn because of the complaint, was then advised by medical staff the injury meant he was a "high risk" of contracting DVT from a long-haul flight ... The seriousness of the calf injury, which will keep him out of full training for up to six weeks, and the... (The Age)
Raider Purtell sidelined with DVT Jun 2, 2007
Canberra Raiders centre Adrian Purtell will miss up to three months of rugby league after he was diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis (DVT). An ultrasound yesterday confirmed the lump in his groin was related to the blood circulation problem which is usually found in older people or those who have travelled on a long-haul flight. (ABC News Online, Australia -- Australia/Local)
KU Hospital to receive national award from American Stroke Assoc. May 24, 2007
These include the use of medications like tPA, antithrombotics, anticoagulation therapy, DVT prophylaxis, cholesterol reducing drugs, and smoking cessation. This twelve consecutive month evaluation period is the first in an ongoing self-evaluation by the hospital to continually reach the 85 percent compliance level needed to sustain this award. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Actress Lainie Kazan Turns the Spotlight on DVTs May 24, 2007
That quick thinking probably saved her life, since the clot, known as deep vein thrombosis (DVT), had already moved from Kazan's leg to her lung, forming a potentially lethal blockage called a pulmonary embolism ... Nowadays, the ever-busy performer is acting in a whole new role as spokeswoman, warning Americans that DVT can happen to anyone, at any age ... "DVT affects up to 2 million people each year in the United States, and up to 300,000 people die from pulmonary embolisms -- that's more... (Health-Finder)
AARP members learn what to expect from Little Falls Hospital in the future May 17, 2007
We have taken a coordinated approach to quality of care and performance improvements, Hempstead said, discussing some of the hospital s practices and protocols for cardiac and stroke, infection control, surgical safety and ulcer and DVT prevention. She also touched base on the recent move of anesthesia bases in the Herkimer Bassett outpatient clinic to Little Falls. (Little Falls Evening Times, NY)
Speech problems'A stroke has left me talking with a foreign accent' May 13, 2007
He flew back to the UK days later and developed a deep vein thrombosis (DVT), or blood clot. Unbeknown to him, Richard had a hole in his heart which had been present from birth. (BBC News -- Health)
Cheney tomeet withArab leaders,U.S. troops May 4, 2007
On March 5, doctors discovered a blood clot - called a deep venous thrombosis, or DVT - in Cheney's lower left leg, a condition that could be fatal if left untreated ... Akbari said patients with DVT are usually kept on blood-thinning medication for three months to six months ... "Certainly the risk is going to be lifelong. It is going to be higher in him since he did have a previous DVT," Akbari said. (MSNBC -- Politics)
