National Evaluation of the Adherence to Recommendations of VTE Treatment in Cancer Patients
National Evaluation of the Adherence to Recommendations of VTE Treatment in Cancer Patients
Treatment of venous thromboembolism in cancer patients is specific and has been validated in trials that favor the use of LMWH (Low Molecular Weight Heparin) instead of VKA (Vitamin K Antagonist) treatment during 6 months. International recommendations have diffused this option.It is necessary to evaluate the compliance of physicians to this treatment by measuring the number of patients with cancer treated with long term use of LMWH.
Inclusion Criteria:
All patients with cancer present in the clinic, hospital, out patients diagnosed with a VTE during the 6 previous months. VTE can be symptomatic or asymptomatic, can be located close to a central line, and of any type (DVT, PE, SVT)
Exclusion Criteria: