Journal article
American Society of Hematology 2021 guidelines for management of venous thromboembolism: prevention and treatment in patients with cancer
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a common complication among patients with cancer. Patients with cancer and VTE are at a markedly increased risk for morbidity and mortality.
OBJECTIVE: These evidence-based guidelines of the American Society of Hematology (ASH) are intended to support patients, clinicians, and other health care professionals in their decisions about the prevention and treatment of VTE in patients with cancer.
Authors
Lyman GH; Carrier M; Ay C; Di Nisio M; Hicks LK; Khorana AA; Leavitt AD; Lee AYY; Macbeth F; Morgan RL
Journal
Blood Advances, Vol. 5, No. 4, pp. 927–974
Publisher
American Society of Hematology
Publication Date
February 23, 2021
DOI
10.1182/bloodadvances.2020003442
ISSN
2473-9529