Systematic review and meta-analysis of machine learning models for deep vein thrombosis prediction in hospitalized adults
Machine learning models predict blood clots in hospitalized adults with high accuracy
This systematic review and meta-analysis synthesized evidence on machine learning-based prediction models for deep vein thrombosis in hospit…
A new analysis of 17 studies shows machine learning models can predict deep vein thrombosis in hospitalized patients with an accuracy score …
Meta-analysis finds modest PTS reduction with compression stockings after DVT
Long-term stockings lower risk of post-thrombotic syndrome in deep vein thrombosis patients
This meta-analysis of 1,775 patients with deep vein thrombosis evaluated long-term graduated compression stockings. It found a modest reduct…
A large review found long-term compression stockings modestly reduce the risk of post-thrombotic syndrome in people with deep vein thrombosi…
Meta-analysis finds education lowers DVT risk after orthopedic surgery
Teaching patients about DVT cuts risk after orthopedic surgery
This meta-analysis of six studies in orthopedic surgery patients found that education-based interventions were associated with a significant…
A review of studies finds that educating patients about deep vein thrombosis after orthopedic surgery can significantly lower their risk of …
External validation of three DVT prediction models in 1,270 acute stroke patients
Three DVT prediction models showed varying accuracy in a single-center stroke study
This single-center spatial validation cohort study assessed three deep vein thrombosis (DVT) prediction models in 1,270 patients with acute …
The Lu Qiufang model outperformed others with 82.1% accuracy in predicting deep vein thrombosis among 1,270 acute stroke patients at a Shenz…
Asthma associated with increased odds of venous thromboembolism, pulmonary embolism, and deep vein thrombosis in observational studies
Asthma Linked to Higher Risk of Blood Clots in Observational Data
This meta-analysis of observational studies involving patients with asthma found a statistically significant association between asthma and …
People with asthma face a 1.61 times higher risk of blood clots, with the danger of pulmonary embolism rising 2.41 times and deep vein throm…
Regional anesthesia with propofol sedation versus general anesthesia in unilateral total knee arthroplasty patients
Numb Legs, Faster Walks: New Knee Surgery Data
This retrospective cohort study evaluated 250 patients undergoing unilateral total knee arthroplasty to compare regional anesthesia with mon…
New knee surgery data shows regional anesthesia leads to faster walking and fewer readmissions without increasing dangerous blood clot risk.
FDA Approves Xarelto (rivaroxaban) for multiple indications including stroke prevention in nonvalvular atrial fibrillation and treatment of VTE
FDA approves a new blood thinner called Xarelto for several heart and clot conditions
The FDA approved rivaroxaban (Xarelto), a factor Xa inhibitor, for multiple indications including reducing stroke risk in nonvalvular atrial…
FDA approves new blood thinner Xarelto to prevent dangerous clots in heart conditions, deep vein issues, and after major surgeries.
Research across Embolism and Thrombosis
Related studies from across the Embolism and Thrombosis family.
Intravitreal ziv-aflibercept reduces central macular thickness and improves visual acuity in DME and RVO
Trial shows ziv-aflibercept improves vision in macular edema cases
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 5 RCTs and 8 observational studies found that intravitreal ziv-aflibercept significantly reduced…
A new eye treatment called ziv-aflibercept may help reduce swelling and improve vision for patients with specific types of macular edema.
Systematic review of Dendrobium phenanthrene bioactivity across multiple disease models
Scientists found many plant chemicals that fight cancer and help diabetes in lab tests
This systematic review evaluates the bioactivity of 158 phenanthrene metabolites isolated from 53 Dendrobium taxa. The authors note that 64 …
A review of plant chemicals from Dendrobium plants shows strong activity against cancer and diabetes in lab studies. Most results come from …
FDA Approves Pavblu (aflibercept) for Neovascular AMD, RVO, DME, and DR
FDA approves Pavblu to treat several eye conditions that cause vision loss.
The FDA approved Pavblu (aflibercept) for neovascular AMD, macular edema following RVO, DME, and DR. It is a VEGF inhibitor administered by …
The FDA approved Pavblu (aflibercept) for wet age-related macular degeneration, macular edema, diabetic macular edema, and diabetic retinopa…
Systematic review and meta-analysis finds high prevalence of ocular manifestations in leukemia patients
Leukemia patients face eye risks that doctors must spot early now
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 1016 patients with leukemia found a 42% prevalence of overall ocular manifestations.
New data shows almost half of leukemia patients have eye issues, so regular eye checks are essential for better care
COVID-19 pandemic linked to no significant change in retinal vascular occlusion incidence at a Swiss eye hospital
COVID-19 Did Not Raise Eye Stroke Risk, Study Finds
This retrospective cohort study compared retinal vascular occlusion diagnoses in 2019 versus 2020 at a Swiss eye hospital.
New eye data shows COVID’s first year did not raise the risk of retinal vein or artery blockages.
Retrospective study links systemic BP control to better visual outcomes with conbercept for RVO-related macular edema
Your Blood Pressure May Decide How Well Eye Injections Work
A retrospective cohort study of 76 hypertensive patients with macular edema secondary to retinal vein occlusion found that those with contro…
If you need eye injections for fluid swelling behind the retina, keeping your blood pressure in check could decide how much vision you get b…
Meta-analysis finds increased bleeding with antithrombotic therapy during breast biopsy, but clinically relevant events are rare
Continuing blood thinners during breast biopsy increases minor bleeding but rarely serious problems
A systematic review and meta-analysis of 8 studies including 11,524 patients undergoing image-guided breast biopsy found that continuing ant…
Continuing blood thinners during a breast biopsy slightly increases minor bleeding but rarely causes serious problems like heart attacks or …
Questions about Deep Vein Thrombosis
Does Xarelto help prevent stroke in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation and Deep Vein Thrombosis?
Yes, Xarelto (rivaroxaban) is FDA-approved to reduce stroke risk in nonvalvular atrial fibrillation and to treat deep vein thrombosis, making it effective for patients with both conditions.
Full answer →Can the FDA-approved drug Xarelto be used to treat Deep Vein Thrombosis?
Yes, Xarelto (rivaroxaban) is FDA-approved for treating deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and reducing the risk of recurrent DVT.
Full answer →Can education help lower my risk of Deep Vein Thrombosis after orthopedic surgery?
Yes, education can help lower your risk of DVT after orthopedic surgery. A meta-analysis found that patients who received education had about half the risk of developing DVT compared to those who did not.
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