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Title: | Diagnosis and Management of Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism in Pregnancy. | Authors: | Bennett A. ;Chunilal S. | Monash Health Department(s): | Haematology | Institution: | (Bennett, Chunilal) Department of Haematology, Monash Health and Monash University, Level 4, MonashMedical Centre, 246 Clayton Road, Clayton, VIC 3168, Australia | Issue Date: | 28-Nov-2016 | Copyright year: | 2016 | Publisher: | Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc. (E-mail: custserv@thieme.com) | Place of publication: | United States | Publication information: | Seminars in Thrombosis and Hemostasis. 42 (7) (pp 760-773), 2016. Date of Publication: 01 Oct 2016. | Journal: | Seminars in Thrombosis and Hemostasis | Abstract: | Pregnancy-associated venous thromboembolism (PAVTE) consists of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism (PE) occurring during pregnancy or in the postpartum period. This condition is common and is a major source of morbidity in a population which is young and otherwise relatively healthy. Timely diagnosis and treatment are crucial in ensuring satisfactory patient outcomes. Diagnostic strategies for pregnancy-associated PE in particular require careful consideration of maternal and fetal risks. Low-molecular-weight heparins currently form the mainstay of treatment; however, there are uncertainties around optimal dosing of these agents in certain settings (e.g., obesity). This review discusses the diagnosis and suggested treatment of PAVTE.Copyright © 2016 by Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc. | DOI: | http://monash.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://dx.doi.org/10.1055/s-0036-1587684 | PubMed URL: | 27657494 [http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=27657494] | ISSN: | 0094-6176 | URI: | https://repository.monashhealth.org/monashhealthjspui/handle/1/40479 | Type: | Article |
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