An experience with patients with venous Thromboembolism at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Lahore

Abstract

Venous thromboembolism is responsible for substantial morbidity and mortality if left unsuspected especially in the presence of certain risk factors. The purpose of our study was to review patients of deep vein thrombosis regarding the underlying risk factors, its complications, treatment and outcome. Our study at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Lahore consisted of 56 patients out of which 42(75%) were females. The presence of Deep vein thrombosis was confirmed by venous ultrasonography. Various risk factors were identified in 45(80.3%) patients. All patients were given LMWH in initial phase followed by warfarin. Clinical response was monitored for period of three months. Two patients (10%) develop gastrointestinal bleeding as complication of therapy. Three patients (5.35%) died of pulmonary embolism. Early recognition of disease and its complication along with timely treatment and adequate follow up can reduce morbidity and mortality.