Abstract
Upper-extremity deep vein thrombosis (UEDVT) was an understudied disease until recently. Previously thought of as benign, UEDVT has been shown in recent studies to pose a significant risk for pulmonary embolus and death. This article reviews the epidemiology, risk factors, clinical features, diagnostic tests, treatment options, complications, and prevention strategies for patients with UEDVT.
MeSH terms
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Anticoagulants / adverse effects
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Anticoagulants / therapeutic use
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Arm / blood supply*
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Catheters, Indwelling / adverse effects*
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Humans
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Pulmonary Embolism / diagnosis
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Pulmonary Embolism / etiology
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Pulmonary Embolism / mortality
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Pulmonary Embolism / prevention & control
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Survival Rate
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Venous Thrombosis / complications
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Venous Thrombosis / drug therapy
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Venous Thrombosis / etiology*
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Venous Thrombosis / mortality