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* For treatment [[LMWH]] is recommended for initial 3 - 6 months.(Grade 1A) | * For treatment [[LMWH]] is recommended for initial 3 - 6 months.(Grade 1A) | ||
* Later [[warfarin]] can be used after 3-6 months. | * Later [[warfarin]] can be used after 3-6 months. | ||
* Anticoagulation | * Anticoagulation should be continued | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Special Scenario
Pregnancy
- LMWH is the preferred treatment. (Grade 1C)
- Warfarin is contraindicated.
- Embryopathy is at increased risk at 6 - 12 weeks. (Grade 2C)
- Continue anticoagulation for 6 weeks or more postpartum. (Grade 1C)
- Heparin and warfarin are safe for nursing infants.
Cancer
- Recurrence rate of pulmonary embolism is 30% at one year.
- For treatment LMWH is recommended for initial 3 - 6 months.(Grade 1A)
- Later warfarin can be used after 3-6 months.
- Anticoagulation should be continued