The assessment of venous thromboembolism risks associated with pregnancy and the postnatal period

This report finds that pregnant women and pregnant people could suffer a potentially fatal blood vessel blockage if their risk is not properly assessed during pregnancy and the first six weeks after birth. It aims to identify factors that limit the effectiveness of venous thromboembolism risk assessment policies and identify opportunities to improve patient safety.

Source: Current Awareness Service for Health (CASH) - December 9, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news