Why the study?
Do statins prevent venous thromboembolism in at-risk patients?
Population
Patients at risk of venous thromboembolism
Design
Guideline
Authors
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May support statin consideration for VTE prevention in select patients; extends evidence base for ASH guideline recommendations.
Do statins prevent venous thromboembolism in at-risk patients?
This document provides ASH evidence-based guidelines on the use of statins for the prevention of venous thromboembolism.
Evans et al. (2009) studied this question. Statin medications are associated with a lower risk of venous thromboembolism.
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