Using linked primary and secondary care data allows for accurate estimation of VTE diagnosis dates, facilitating risk stratification during specific pregnancy and postpartum periods.
Using combined CPRD and HES data gives estimates of the risk of VTE in and around pregnancy that are comparable to the existing literature. It also provides more accurate estimation of the date of VTE diagnosis which will allow risk stratification during specific pregnancy and postpartum periods.
Sultan et al. (Mon,) studied this question.