Venous thrombosis in the patient with cancer

Authors

  • Pieter Frederik Wessels

Keywords:

Venous thromboembolism cancer

Abstract

The relationship between cancer and thrombosis has been known for many years. Thrombotic risk is increased in the patient with cancer, and the diagnosis of venous thromboembolism at the time that a malignancy presents influences patient outcome. Risk evaluation, prophylaxis and treatment of venous thromboembolism are practical issues that face doctors who are dealing with these patients.

Author Biography

  • Pieter Frederik Wessels
    MBChB MMed (Hematology) Cert Clin Hematology (CMSA) Private practice LCM Hospital Pretoria Consultant Ampath laboratories Part-time Consultant Dept Medical Oncology University of Pretoria

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Published

2012-04-23

Issue

Vol. 4 No. 2 (2012)

Section

Review Articles

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South African Journal of Gynaecological Oncology (SAJGO) Copyright is held by South African Society of Gynaecologic Oncology (SASGO). Copyright of the articles is held by the authors. The work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non-Commercial Works 4.0 South Africa License (CC BY NC). Material submitted for publication in the SAJGO is accepted provided it has not been published elsewhere. The SAJGO does not hold itself responsible for statements made by the authors. The opinions expressed in this publication are those of the authors. They do no purport to reflect the opinions or views of SASGO or its members.