Beyond prophylaxis: Extended risk of venous thromboembolism following primary debulking surgery for ovarian cancer.

CONCLUSIONS: VTE occurred in 1 in 7 women with EOC within 6 months of PDS-a substantial risk of VTE that extends into the adjuvant chemotherapy period. Novel prophylactic measures should be explored in these women at high risk for VTE.
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Source: Gynecologic Oncology - November 21, 2018 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Wagner BE, Langstraat CL, McGree ME, Weaver AL, Sarangi S, Mokri B, Dowdy SC, Cliby WA, Kumar A, Bakkum-Gamez JN Tags: Gynecol Oncol Source Type: research