Safety of D ‐dimer testing as a stand‐alone test for the exclusion of deep vein thrombosis as compared with other strategies

ConclusionsThis outcome study shows that a negative high ‐sensitivity D‐dimer result safely excludes DVT in an outpatient population, and necessitates fewer CUS than if used in combination with Wells score. The safety of stand‐alone age‐adjusted D‐dimer needs further assessment in prospective outcome studies.

Source: Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis - November 20, 2018 Category: Hematology Authors: S. G. Fronas, H. S. Wik, A. E. A. Dahm, C. T. J ørgensen, J. Gleditsch, N. Raouf, F. A. Klok, W. Ghanima Tags: Original Article Source Type: research