Venous Thromboembolism (Blood Clotting)

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    Last Updated: October 13, 2024

    Venous thromboembolism is a disorder that includes deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism. DVT occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein (usually the leg), whereas pulmonary embolism occurs when a clot breaks free and travels through the bloodstream to the lungs.

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    Venous Thromboembolism (Blood Clotting) falls under the Cardiovascular Health category.

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    1. Thromboembolism Risk - Glynn RJ, Ridker PM, Goldhaber SZ, Zee RY, Buring JEEffects of random allocation to vitamin E supplementation on the occurrence of venous thromboembolism: report from the Women's Health StudyCirculation.(2007 Sep 25)