Venous thromboembolism

Editors-in-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. Associate Editor-In-Chief: Ujjwal Rastogi, MBBS [1]

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Overview

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a hypernym which includes Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE). It is a major public health problem and the third most common cause of preventable death. It is the third most common cardiovascular disorder after coronary artery disease and stroke.

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