作者: Danny Meetoo
DOI: 10.12968/BJON.2010.19.16.78188
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摘要: Venous thromboembolism (VTE), which includes deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), is a serious health social care problem of the developed world, affecting 1 in 1000 adults every year, with an annual financial overhead approximately £640 million. The nature DVT means that often condition can go unrecognized until thrombus becomes embolus. pathogenesis continues to be based on Virchow's triad, attributes VTE 'hypercoagulability', 'stasis' 'intimal injury'. diagnosis result number tests performed either sequentially or combination before mechanical and/or chemical treatment embarked on. Creating public awareness PE best way prevent this condition. Nurses are ideal position discuss importance lifestyle changes other related measures DVT.