OncoSnacks 11: Pulmonary Embolism & Deep Vein Thrombosis in the context of malignancy

Cancer inherently increases the risk of Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pumlmonary Embolism. This is merely a nuisance for some, while others experience significant morbidity, leading to hemodynamic instability and potential death. Historically known as "the great masquerader" with pulmonary embolisms, we explore signs, symptoms, and different approaches to treatment. Warfarin remains the original and is still an option for patients, but have better therapies emerged like direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs)? The short answer is yes, but tune in as we dive again into systematic reviews and give you a summarised version of everything you should know.

Useful Links:

Statpearls DVT: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK507708/

Anticoagulation for thrombus in malignancy: https://www.uptodate.com/contents/anticoagulation-therapy-for-venous-thromboembolism-lower-extremity-venous-thrombosis-and-pulmonary-embolism-in-adult-patients-with-malignancy?search=cancer%20induced%20DVT&source=search_result&selectedTitle=4~150&usage_type=default&display_rank=4

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