Abstract
The importance of venous thromboembolism (VTE) as a major complication in patients with severe corona virus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is becoming increasingly evident. In this review, we describe the proposed pathophysiology of the prothrombotic coagulation changes observed in patients with COVID-19. Further, based on a review of the currently available evidence on VTE prevalence in patients with COVID-19, we present and discuss the recommendations from the Danish Society of Thrombosis and Haemostasis on the use of thromboprophylaxis in patients with COVID-19.
Translated title of the contribution | Venous thromboembolism in patients with COVID-19 |
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Original language | Danish |
Journal | Ugeskrift for Laeger |
Volume | 182 |
Issue number | 23 |
ISSN | 0041-5782 |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jun 2020 |