Immoral Medicine Nov 9, 2009
There is no question that the risk of DVT -- deep venous thrombosis, and PE (pulmonary embolism) goes up after some hip fractures. So, usually, Orthopaedic Surgeons prescribe a form of blood thinner to prevent this complication. (Human Events Online)
Statins May Prevent Blood Clots In Patients With Cardiovascular Disease Nov 6, 2009
New research presented at CHEST 2009, the 75th annual international scientific assembly of the American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP), shows that patients with atherosclerosis receiving statin therapy had a significantly reduced risk of developing venous thromboembolism (VTE) -- a collective term for DVT (blood clot) and pulmonary embolism (PE) -- than patients not on statin therapy. Furthermore, patients on a higher dose of statins had the least likelihood of developing VTE.. (Science Daily)
'Pear and apple' shape a DVT risk Oct 29, 2009
Pear and apple' shape a DVT risk ... They tracked more than 50,000 men and women to see how many suffered a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or a clot in the lung called pulmonary embolism (PE) ... During the 10-year study, there were 641 cases of DVT or PE among the men and women. (BBC News -- Health)
Peripheral Blood Flow through the V... Oct 11, 2009
Slowly-moving venous blood may be a risk factor for deep venous thrombosis (DVT). Exercise uses the muscle contraction mechanism to facilitate venous blood flow and is often prescribed to those who are at risk for DVT.. (Suite101.com)
Image-guided treatment for deep venous thrombosis could improve patients' long-term outcomes Sep 21, 2009
Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT) is a serious condition that involves the formation of a blood clot inside of a deep vein usually in the legs. A patient with DVT is typically treated with anticoagulants (blood thinners) however researchers have found that image-guided interventional radiology procedures may play a more central role in the long-term treatment of DVT, according to a study published in the October issue of the American Journal of Roentgenology (AJR) ... "DVT is estimated to occur in... (EurekAlert!)
Free DVT Screenings Can Help Save L... Sep 19, 2009
Free DVT Screenings Can Help Save Lives. Free DVT Screenings Can Help Save Lives ... DVT/PE kills more Americans annually than breast cancer and AIDS combined. (Suite101.com)
New No-needle Approach To Prevent Blood Clots Aug 14, 2009
Blood clots, known as deep-vein thrombosis (DVT), affect the large veins in the lower leg and thigh ... This is a major step in our fight to prevent DVT and the many unnecessary deaths each year caused by blood clots after joint replacement surgery. (Science Daily)
Student, 18, Suffers Severe Blood Clot Sitting for Exams Aug 4, 2009
It was there that they told me I had DVT.. Before Thompson developed the blood clot, she spent many weeks at home, sitting and studying. (Fox News)
7 ways doctors stay healthy on vacation Aug 1, 2009
Use these medical experts' battle plan to avoid colds, jet lag, and more. More from Budget Travel. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Vein Condition May Mask Serious Clot Disorder Jul 22, 2009
One-quarter of patients with superficial vein thrombosis (SVT) in an Austrian study actually had deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a potentially life-threatening condition ... Unlike SVT, which is visible on the surface of the skin, DVT is a blood clot that forms in veins deeper in the body ... One-quarter of the patients had DVT, usually without symptoms. (MEDLINEplus)
Click to read: Traveling Increases Risk of Blood Clots Jul 9, 2009
Blood clots, known as deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or venous thromboembolism (VTE), form most often in the leg, Ashton explained. Sometimes, she said, the clot breaks off and travels to the lung and may cause an embolism that can result in death. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Woman Struggles With Massive 200-Lb. Legs Jul 7, 2009
It could ve been DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis), or it could ve been some virus that caused this, she said. That was the first time that anything particularly major had happened to my health. (Fox News)
ThromboGenics and BioInvent Start Recruitment of Second 100 Patient Cohort in Phase II DVT Prophylaxis Study With TB-402 Jul 3, 2009
TB-402 is a novel, long acting anticoagulant that is being developed for the prevention of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) following orthopaedic surgery ... The Phase II trial is an active (enoxaparin)-controlled, dose-escalating, multicenter, prospective, randomised, open label trial evaluating TB-402 for the prophylaxis of DVT after knee surgery ... In addition, TB-402 is a long-acting agent, which means it could be given as a single dose after surgery to prevent the development of DVT. This would... (PR Newswire)
Data in on local care Jun 21, 2009
Albany Med had a significantly higher rate of blood clots, also called deep venous thrombosis (DVT), and pulmonary embolism, where a piece of a clot lodges in the lungs. Blood clots can be fatal and largely are considered avoidable with the proper drug therapy. (Albany Times Union)
Compression Stockings Offer Little Benefit After Stroke May 29, 2009
The researchers were checking for deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot that can break up and get carried through the bloodstream to the heart and lungs, which is a potentially life-threatening problem. DVT occurred in 10 percent of patients in the compression stockings group and in 10. (MEDLINEplus)
Stockings 'Useless' in Reducing Clots After Stroke May 29, 2009
Millions of these thigh-length, graduated stockings are given out each year to stroke victims in the belief the garment curbs the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a potentially life-threatening clot that forms in the leg. DVT is notorious in so-called economy-class syndrome, in which airline passengers, hunched in cramped seating for long flights, develop the clot because of poor blood circulation in their legs ... 0 percent suffered a DVT, while in the normal-care group the figure was 10. (Newsmax)
MP to stand down for health reasons May 23, 2009
He was first elected in 1989 in his constituency and has become known for his campaigning work highlighting the dangers of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) ... As well as his work on DVT, the MP has also been heavily involved in a bid to bring a 12bn Defence Technical College to St Athan in his constituency. (BBC News -- UK)
Know the signs and symptoms May 20, 2009
Symptoms of DVT may include pain, swelling, tenderness, discoloration or redness of the affected area, and skin that is warm to the touch. However, as many as half of all DVT episodes produce minimal symptoms or are completely "silent." ... Because a number of other conditions -- including muscle strains, skin infections, and phlebitis (inflammation of veins) -- display symptoms similar to those of DVT, the condition may be difficult to diagnose without specific tests. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
The dangers of deep vein thrombosis May 20, 2009
DVT occurs most commonly in the lower leg or thigh but can occur in other large, deep veins ... Neither the three cases of DVT nor Mr. Bloom's death are unusual ... According to the Office of the Surgeon General, DVT and pulmonary embolism affect an estimated 350,000 to 600,000 Americans a year and contribute to at least 100,000 deaths. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Divestco Reports 2009 Q1 Results May 14, 2009
Divestco is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada and trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "DVT". This press release contains forward-looking information related to the Company's capital expenditures, projected growth, view and outlook towards future oil and gas prices and market conditions, and demand for its products and services. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Hyderabad flu suspect tested negative May 10, 2009
The test results of Direct Virus Test (DVT), that was conducted by the National Institute of Communicable Diseases (NICD), on the throat swabs of the 35-year-old suspect were found to be negative. The Government General and Chest Hospital had sent the samples to NICD on May 8 for testing. (India Times, India)
Urine Test Predicts Vein Clot Risk May 7, 2009
Those with elevated albumin levels were more likely to get DVT, pulmonary embolisms ... These venous thromboembolisms (VTEs) include deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a clotting in the lower extremities which gained recent notoriety when it occurred in passengers on long-haul flights. (MEDLINEplus)
Summary for Patients May 5, 2009
Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) occurs when blood clots form in the large leg veins ... The optimal duration of anticoagulant therapy for DVT is unclear ... To see which of 2 strategies better prevents recurrent clots over the long term in adults with DVT.. (Annals of Internal Medicine)
Clinical relevance of heparin-PF4 complex antibody in DVT after total joint replacement Apr 28, 2009
This prospective study was conducted to determine the incidence of post-operative HIT antibodies to assess the associated risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in patients receiving total knee joint arthroplasty (TKA) or total hip joint arthroplasty (THA) ... In the clinical outcome, the incidence of symptomatic DVT was 15 ... 6%) developed symptomatic DVT and 7. (BioMed Central)
Blood clots in deep veins pose a special risk of their own Apr 15, 2009
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) may begin as slight pain or swelling in the legs but, if left untreated, in some cases may be life threatening. Dr. Chandra Prasad, surgeon and director of the Jefferson City Medical Group Laser and Vein Center, said the primary cause of DVT is immobility, whether it be sitting in a car, airplane or having an injury that keeps you from moving normally. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Journal Chest: April news briefs Apr 8, 2009
Although recent surgery is a risk factor for deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or blood clots, a new study suggests that patients who undergo podiatric surgery may have a relatively low risk for thrombolytic events. In a 5-year retrospective analysis, researchers from Kaiser Permanente Center for Health Research reviewed the charts of 7,264 patients who underwent podiatric surgical procedures. (EurekAlert!)
Statin cuts risk of blood clots Apr 1, 2009
Forms of VTE include deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism, the most common cause of preventable death in hospital patients ... It is estimated that 52% of hospital patients in the UK are at risk of developing DVT. ... DVT has also been associated with long-haul air travel, where passengers have limited opportunity to move around. (BBC News -- Health)
Video: CRESTOR(R) Reduced Risk of Blood Clots in the Veins Mar 30, 2009
The most common form of VTE is deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which occurs in the 'deep veins' usually in the legs or pelvis ... Estimates suggest that at least 350,000 and as many as 600,000 Americans annually develop DVT/PE, and at least 100,000 deaths are thought to be related to these diseases each year ... 004) reduction in the risk of DVT and a non-significant 23% reduction in PE (p=0. (PR Newswire)
PROCLAMATION Mar 21, 2009
DVT/PE are major national health problems that have dramatic negative effects on the lives of thousands of Americans each year. On Sept. 15, 2008, the Office of the Surgeon General issued a call to action to reduce the number or DVT/PE cases in the US.. (Odessa American, TX)
From Roll Call, via TalkingPointsMemo Mar 13, 2009
Under the measure, March officially would be Deep-Vein Thrombosis Month, and the second Tuesday of March will be DVT screening day. Dunn died in September 2007 from a pulmonary embolism resulting from DVT, a blood clot inside a deep vein. (Harper's Magazine)
Economy Class Syndrome Bothers Freq... Mar 12, 2009
Economy Class Syndrome Bothers Frequent Flyers: DVT Causes Concern for All Airline Passengers ... DVT Causes Concern for All Airline Passengers ... Frequent flyers who sit in congested quarters for long periods of time are at risk of developing Deep Veing Thrombosis (DVT). (Suite101.com)
Cardiovascular Risks: Venous Thromboembolism Risk Increases Up To Four Fold With Long-haul Flights Mar 2, 2009
(June 15, 2005) People who don't wear graduated compression stockings when they fly are more than 12 times more likely to develop Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) than those who do, according to a research review. (Feb. (Science Daily)
Aisle be taking that seat please Feb 24, 2009
A review of in-flight health risks, published in The Lancet this month, also concluded business class seating was a waste of money for those hoping to reduce their risk of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) clots that obstruct blood flow. Author Mark Gendreau, of the Lahey Medical Centre in the United States, said immobilisation had been linked to 75 per cent of of DVT cases, which occurred mostly in people in non-aisle seats and those who travelled for more than eight hours ... The use of oral... (Sydney Morning Herald)
ThromboGenics and BioInvent Start Phase II Trial of TB-402, a Novel, Long Acting Anticoagulant for Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Prophylaxis Feb 23, 2009
ThromboGenics NV (Euronext Brussels: THR) and co-development partner BioInvent International (OMXS: BINV) announce today that the first patient has been enrolled in the Phase II trial with their long-acting anticoagulant TB-402 for the prophylaxis of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) following orthopaedic surgery ... In addition, TB-402 is a long-acting agent which means that patients are expected to receive just one single dose after surgery to prevent the development of DVT, as opposed to all current... (PR Newswire)
Study shows increased health emergencies on aircraft Feb 22, 2009
The risk of deep-vein thrombosis (DVT) also rises on longer flights, particularly those of more than eight hours, and in people who are obese, have varicose veins, are pregnant, smoke, use HRT or are on the Pill. Airlines are better prepared for in-flight emergencies than in the past, with improved equipment and training, and links to medical support services on the ground. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Deep vein thrombosis Feb 19, 2009
Blood passing through the deepest veins in the calf or thigh flows relatively slowly: when a DVT occurs it moves so slowly that it forms a solid clot which becomes wedged in the vein ... How can a DVT be detected ... DVTs are most commonly detected nowadays by use of ultrasound - scientists say they can now use this method to detect even the smallest of clots. (BBC News -- Health)
5 things you didn’t know about ... deep vein thrombosis Feb 11, 2009
Deep vein thrombosis, or DVT, is a blood clot that forms in a vein deep in the body ... Only about half of the people with DVT have symptoms ... Some people don t know they have DVT until they have signs or symptoms of pulmonary embolism, which include unexplained shortness of breath, pain with deep breathing and coughing up blood. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Wombats court trouble Feb 8, 2009
"DVT is a very serious problem," said a doctor. "The last thing we need is quack wemedies.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Ultrasound Can Help Break up DVTs Feb 7, 2009
MONDAY, Nov. 24 (HealthDay News) -- A combination of ultrasound waves and clot-busting drugs may help dissolve blood clots quicker than drugs alone in patients with deep vein thrombosis (DVT), according to an Emory University School of Medicine study. DVT refers to a blood clot that forms in a vein deep in the body, most often in the lower leg or thigh ... Each year, 350,000 to 600,000 Americans develop DVT and at least 100,000 of them die, according to the U.S. Surgeon General. (MEDLINEplus)
