Anatomic distribution of lower extremity deep venous thrombosis is associated with an increased risk of pulmonary embolism: A 10-year retrospective analysis

Anatomic distribution of lower extremity deep venous thrombosis is associated with an increased risk of pulmonary embolism: A 10-year retrospective analysis

AimsTo investigate the potential relationship between anatomic distribution of lower extremity deep venous thrombosis (LEDVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE).MethodsA retrospective case-control study was performed in patients diagnosed with LEDVT, which were confirmed by bilateral lower extremity compre...

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Main Authors: Jianjun Zhang, Yan Chen, Zhicong Wang, Xi Chen, Yuehong Liu, Mozhen Liu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2023-03-01
Series:Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine
Subjects:
pulmonary embolism
lower extremity deep venous thrombosis
anatomic distribution
risk factor
compression ultrasonography
Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fcvm.2023.1154875/full

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