Abstract
Several case studies are briefly introduced, followed by a description of the clinical problem from an epidemiological point of view. The evidence for established management strategies is reviewed and, finally, practical handling of the case is considered.
MeSH terms
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Aged
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Aged, 80 and over
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Anticoagulants / therapeutic use*
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Arthroplasty, Replacement, Knee / adverse effects
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Atrial Fibrillation / complications
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Azetidines / therapeutic use*
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Benzylamines
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Stroke / etiology
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Stroke / prevention & control*
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Venous Thrombosis / drug therapy
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Venous Thrombosis / etiology
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Venous Thrombosis / prevention & control
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Venous Thrombosis / therapy*
Substances
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Anticoagulants
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Azetidines
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Benzylamines
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ximelagatran