How do you manage catheter-associated, upper extremity superficial venous thrombosis?
Do you prefer anticoagulation? Is there a role for aspirin? How strongly do you recommend line removal?
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Do you anticoagulate for catheter-associated, upper extremity superficial venous thrombosis?
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Hematology · Oregon Health & Science University
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I manage catheter-associated upper extremity superficial venous thrombosis (SVT) conservatively with arm elevation, warm compresses, NSAIDs, and topical creams containing NSAIDs. Upper extremity SVT is primarily caused by indwelling intravenous catheters, so I do strongly recommend catheter removal ...
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