“As the authors point out, recent diagnosis of cancer and PICC gauge are associated with PICC associated deep vein thrombosis (DVT). This conclusion is consistent with previous reports. However, several issues described in this article warrant further discussion.” Kang et al (2014).
Reference:
Kang, J.R., Li, H.L. and Chen, W. (2014) Peripherally inserted central catheter-related deep vein thrombosis: contemporary patterns and predictors: comment. Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis. August 6th. [epub ahead of print].
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Abstract:
We read with great interest the recently published paper by Chopra V et al, on peripherally inserted central catheter-related deep vein thrombosis. As the authors point out, recent diagnosis of cancer and PICC gauge are associated with PICC associated deep vein thrombosis (DVT). This conclusion is consistent with previous reports. However, several issues described in this article warrant further discussion.
Other intravenous and vascular access resources that may be of interest (External links – IVTEAM has no responsibility for content).
- Guide for intravenous chemotherapy and associated vascular access devices from Macmillan.
- CancerUK IV chemotherapy information.
