DEEP-VEIN THROMBOSIS: RISK FACTORS, TREATMENT AND CLINICAL OUTCOMES

DEEP-VEIN THROMBOSIS: RISK FACTORS, TREATMENT AND CLINICAL OUTCOMES

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Contents

Preface

Chapter 1: Inferior Vena Cava Filters: Indications and Use

Abstract

Introduction

2. Indications

3. Evidence of Efficacy

4. Prophylactic Indications in Specific Patient Populations without Documented DVT

5. Technical Details of Filter Placement

6. Post-Procedural Management and Complications

7. Indications for Filter Removal

Conclusion

Acknowledgments

References

Chapter 2: The Role of Vena Cava Filters in Preventing Pulmonary Embolism

Abstract

Introduction

Society Guidelines

Prophylactic Filters

Retrieval Registries

Complications

Technique of Vena Cava Filter Retrieval

Vena Cava Filter Retrieval

Trapped Thrombus

Filter Retrieval Technique

Conclusion

References

Chapter 3: Acute Spinal Cord Injury: A Risk for Developing Deep Vein Thrombosis

Abstract

Introduction and Epidemiology

Complications

Physiopathology and Risk Factors

Diagnosis

Prophylaxis

References

Chapter 4: Efficacy and Safety of Novel Oral Anticoagulants for Venous Thromboembolism

Abstract

Standard Treatment for Venous Thromboembolism

Alternatives to Warfarin with Novel Oral Anticoagulants

Efficacy and Safety of NOACs for the Prevention and Treatment of VTE

References

Index