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The study aims to determine the frequency of DVT/PE in patients with solid tumors and identify high-risk groups.

Venous Thrombosis in Patients with Solid Tumors: Determination of Frequency and Characteristics

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Randomized trial evaluates thrombotic episodes in cancer patients, suggesting need for early anticoagulant prophylaxis.

The study aims to determine the frequency of DVT/PE in patients with solid tumors and identify high-risk groups.
Analyzed 1041 patients with solid tumors from 3 medical centers.
Applied validated diagnostic criteria to assess DVT/PE occurrence.
Evaluated impact of VTD on patient survival.
81 patients (7.8%) diagnosed with DVT/PE during therapy.
Significant associations found with advanced malignancies (p = .001) and specific cancer types.
VTD occurrence did not significantly affect survival (p = .082).

Wan et al. (2002) studied this question.

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