About thrombosis

This section provides an overview of current information on thrombosis. Featured articles include:

• What is thrombosis?
  This article describes the different types of thrombosis and how they form.
• Are you at risk?
  This article explains the different risk factors for thrombosis and how to reduce your risk.

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In-depth explanations

The 'In-depth explanations' focus on a specific topic and provide a good overview of the subject. They are all written by experts and reviewed by the INATE Core Group members. Featured articles include:

• Obesity and thrombosis
  Explains the link between obesity and thrombosis
• Cancer in patients with unexplained blood clots
  Explains the links between cancer and blood clots of unknown cause, and what tests are appropriate
• Reducing pain and swelling
  A review of how to reduce the pain and swelling associated with deep-vein thrombosis (DVT)
• Hormone replacement therapy and the risk of thrombosis
  What are the effects of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) on the risk of developing a harmful blood clot?
• Mobility and exercise after deep-vein thrombosis
  Explains what is known about becoming active and exercise after being diagnosed with deep-vein thrombosis (DVT).
• Home treatment of DVT with low-molecular-weight heparin
  Explains home treatment of deep-vein thrombosis (DVT) and what factors your doctor would need to consider.
• Deep-vein thrombosis and the 'pill'
  Discusses the effect of taking the 'pill' on thrombosis.
• Air travel and venous thrombosis
  Explains 'economy-class syndrome' and the risk of thrombosis for air travelers.

See all articles in the 'In-depth explanations' section