Obstetric venous thromboembolism risk – The 28 week re-check

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) affects 1/100,000 women and is the leading cause of direct maternal deaths. Recent reviews suggest 89% of these women have identifiable risk factors. The MBRRACE-UK 2021 suggested the review of women ’s VTE risk at 28 weeks with recommendation that they should be re-weighed.

Source: European Journal of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Biology - February 1, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Esther McNeill, Jessica Watt, Raquel Wong, Jess Gomersall Source Type: research