Age-adjusted D-dimer cutoffs can safely rule out deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in many suspected cases, according to the ...

When most of us think of a serious medical emergency, we usually think of sudden events such as heart attacks, strokes or serious injuries from a car crash. But some threats develop quietly, with ...

Several factors can increase a person’s risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) development. Examples include injury to the veins, hormonal changes, reduced blood flow, certain health conditions, and more.

Phlebothrombosis and thrombophlebitis are both conditions related to blood clots in veins. However, they have distinct characteristics and implications. Phlebothrombosis refers to a blood clot in a ...

The disadvantages of dabigatran include a higher cost compared with warfarin, the need for twice-daily dosing, and a slightly increased risk for gastrointestinal bleeding (6.1% with dabigatran vs 4% ...

Medical experts warn that long periods of sitting during road trips or flights can significantly raise the risk of developing ...