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Venous thromboembolism (VTE) refers to clot formation resulting in deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and/or pulmonary embolism (PE). Treatment of VTE involves the use of anticoagulation to treat the existing clot.
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Overview of treatment guidelines for management of DVT
Overview of treatment guidelines for management of PE
Thrombosis Canada - Duration of Anticoagulation
Overview of duration of anticoagulation for management of VTE
Student Guide
Student Guide
VTE - Tx-2-2.docxTest Your Knowledge
Test Your Knowledge
Which of the following conditions is associated with hyper-coagulable state?
a) Heart failure
b) Atrial fibrillation
c) Cancer
d) Surgery
The following are signs/symptoms consistent with deep vein thrombosis EXCEPT?
a) Pain
b) Chest pain
c) Elevated D-dimer
d) Warm extremities
Which of the following risk factors contributes to the development of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in hospitalized patients?
a) Older age
b) Surgery
c) Immobility
d) All of the above
The following are regimens for treatment of VTE EXCEPT?
a) Apixaban monotherapy
b) Enoxaparin + warfarin for 5 days and until INR ≥ 2 for 48 hours
c) Enoxaparin + dabigatran for 5 days then dabigatran
d) Fondaparinux for 5 days then edoxaban
What is the minimum duration of anticoagulation for venous thromboembolism treatment?
a) 7 days
b) 1 month
c) 3 months
d) 6 months
Answer Key
Answer Key
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