Rediscussing Anticoagulation in Distal Deep Venous Thrombosis

Conclusion:
Distal DVT is associated with a high incidence of PE compared to proximal DVT. Distal DVT and ICVT can provoke PE with involvement of proximal vessels in the pulmonary arterial tree, even in asymptomatic patients. Our study arises discussion in the controversial debate regarding the need for routine anticoagulation in distal DVT.

Source: Clinical and Applied Thrombosis/Hemostasis - October 6, 2016 Category: Hematology Authors: Krutman, M., Kuzniec, S., Ramacciotti, E., Varella, A. Y. M., Zlotnik, M., Teivelis, M. P., Tachibana, A., de Campos Guerra, J. C., Wolosker, N. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research