Optimizing diagnostic testing for venous thromboembolism.
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چکیده
Diagnostic algorithms for venous thromboembolism exist, but most do not provide detailed guidance as to which patients, if any, may benefit from screening for thrombophilia. This article provides an overview of the optimized diagnosis of venous thromboembolism, with a focus on the appropriate use of thrombophilia screening.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine
دوره 84 7 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2017