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DVT

British  

abbreviation

  1. deep vein thrombosis

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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The Journal of Circulation assures that "Most patients with DVT or PE recover completely within several weeks to months without significant complications or long-term adverse effects."

From Salon • Jul. 31, 2023

“Aspirin has not been shown to reduce DVT risk,” says McConnell, “so taking aspirin solely for long-haul flying is not recommended.”

From Washington Post • Nov. 6, 2019

While less effective than other blood thinners, aspirin "at least provides some protection, and in the case of the patients with DVT who don't have any other options, aspirin does provide benefit," she said.

From US News • Aug. 26, 2014

DVT: "I'm not in it for the pain, I'm in it for the perfect hour-glass shape."

From The Guardian • Oct. 11, 2012

Risk factors for DVT include being immobile or bed-ridden for a long time and undergoing extensive surgery.

From BBC • Jul. 13, 2011

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