Why the study?
There is no generally accepted diagnostic algorithm for pregnancy-associated venous thromboembolism, and existing prediction scores have not been prospectively validated in pregnancy or postpartum.
What is the optimal diagnostic strategy for suspected venous thromboembolism in pregnant and postpartum women?
What is the optimal diagnostic strategy for suspected venous thromboembolism in pregnant and postpartum women?
This position paper provides a uniform strategy for diagnosing pregnancy-associated VTE, addressing the unique challenges of altered D-dimer levels and imaging safety in this population.
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No validated diagnostic algorithm exists for pregnancy-associated VTE; leaves open need for prospective validation studies.
Linnemann et al. (2016) conducted a review in Pregnancy-associated venous thromboembolism. Diagnostic algorithms was evaluated. The GTH Working Group summarizes available evidence to establish a uniform strategy for diagnosing pregnancy-associated VTE, highlighting the lack of validated prediction scores in pregnant women.
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