Identifying Risk Factor for Development of Perioperative Venous Thromboembolism in Patients with Gastrointestinal Malignancy

ConclusionA prior history of atrial fibrillation independently predicts increased risk of developing VTE after surgery for GI malignancy. Improving understanding of the underlying VTE pathophysiology in these patients can help guide effective prevention strategies.
Source: The American Journal of Surgery - Category: Surgery Source Type: research