Travel-Related Thrombosis Flashcards
1
Q
These considerations are usually for flights that last for more than how many hours?
A
6 hours
2
Q
When is Aspirin indicated?
A
Never
3
Q
If someone is no risk or low risk:
Firstly, what does this mean and what prophylactic treatment should they receive?
A
- No history of DVT or PE
- No recent surgery
- No COCP
- Basically, fit and well.
They require no treatment.
4
Q
Who has a medium risk of developing a DVT on a flight and what prophylactic treatment should they receive?
A
- Pregnant
- Recently post partum
- COCP
- Obese
- Hx of VTE
- FH of VTE
- Polycythaemia
- Varicose veings.
Class 1 Stockings
5
Q
Who has a high risk of developing a DVT on a flight and what prophylactic treatment should they receive?
A
- Current cancer
- Thombophilia
- Surgery in 4 weeks
Heparin + Class 1 Stockings
