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Computers pass dosage test for thrombosis drugs

The largest ever study into the administration of blood thinning drugs like Warfarin has concluded that dosages calculated by computer are at least as safe and reliable as those provided by trained medical professionals.

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WHO: Travel promotes blood costs formation

The United Nations World Health Organization (WHO) released results from a research project warning that the risk of developing fatal blood clots during travel doubles after the passenger has been seated for four hours or more.

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Air Travelers Should Do Leg Exercises

The World Health Organization’s (WHO) studies’ results showed that one in 6,000 passengers, who travel during four or more hours has a risk of acquiring deep vein thrombosis.

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Expert analysis on causes, prevention of stent thrombosis

Over the last year, it's been rare to utter the word "stent" without at least thinking "thrombosis," an uncommon but serious complication that's been on the minds of interventional cardiologists and patients alike.

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New blood thinner for patients with leg and lung clots

A new oral blood thinner is being compared to an old standby to see if it works as well and is easier to manage long term, researchers say.

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Possible cause of thrombosis discovered

A team of researchers from the CIMA of the University of Navarra has discovered a possible cause of thrombosis, and has developed a new diagnostic test for this disease. The scientific project was undertaken in the Hemostasis and Thrombosis Laboratory.

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Clinical alert on drug-eluting stents and late thrombosis

The Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI) today released a clinical alert advising physicians on practical steps for reducing the risk of a rare but serious complication associated with the use of drug-eluting stents.

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