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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism (PE)

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WG85-1141
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English
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Hematology Services, QE II

This pamphlet will help you learn about deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) and recognize urgent symptoms. This pamphlet explains what DVTs and PEs are and whether they are dangerous, the symptoms and treatment for each, why blood clots form, and how to lower your risk of another DVT or PE. 

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