
Episode 131: VTE Series-Approach to workup and initial management
The Fellow on Call: The Heme/Onc Podcast
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Evaluating Thrombolytic Therapy and Anticoagulation Management in VTE
This chapter examines the contentious use of catheter-directed thrombolytics for limb ischemia and proximal DVTs, detailing a clinical trial that revealed no clear benefits against post-thrombotic syndrome and heightened bleeding risks. It stresses the need for thorough patient history assessments to inform anticoagulation therapy decisions.
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