Sensitivity and specificity of D-dimer tests comparing to the ultrasound examination of deep vein thrombosis

Sensitivity and specificity of D-dimer tests comparing to the ultrasound examination of deep vein thrombosis

Introduction/Objective. Untreated deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is associated with a high risk of pulmonary embolism (PE), and false diagnosis of DVT results in unnecessary anticoagulant therapy, with a risk of bleeding. Accurate diagnosis of DVT and prompt therapy are essential to reduce the risk of t...

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Main Authors: Marković Dragan, Vasić Dragan, Bašić Jelena, Tanasković Slobodan, Cvetković Slobodan, Rančić Zoran
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Serbian Medical Society 2018-01-01
Series:Srpski Arhiv za Celokupno Lekarstvo
Subjects:
D-dimer test
compression ultrasonography
deep vein thrombosis
Online Access:http://www.doiserbia.nb.rs/img/doi/0370-8179/2018/0370-81791800038M.pdf

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