Journal article
Venous Thrombosis in Cancer Patients: Insights from the FRONTLINE Survey
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a common complication in cancer patients and a significant cause of morbidity and mortality. However, little information is available on oncologists' perceptions of the risk of VTE and its management. The Fundamental Research in Oncology and Thrombosis (FRONTLINE) study is the first comprehensive global survey of thrombosis and cancer. The study was designed to collect data on the perceived risk and …
Authors
Kakkar AK; Levine M; Pinedo HM; Wolff R; Wong J
Journal
The Oncologist, Vol. 8, No. 4, pp. 381–388
Publisher
Oxford University Press (OUP)
Publication Date
August 1, 2003
DOI
10.1634/theoncologist.8-4-381
ISSN
1083-7159