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How to prevent pulmonary embolism during long-haul flights

Jul 23, 2010 14:25 EDT


It's vacation time and if you are preparing to travel to a far flung location, keep these basic tips in mind to prevent PE and DVT.

 

See:

Tsoran I, Saharov G, Brenner B, et al. Prolonged travel and venous thromboembolism findings from the RIETE registry. Thromb Res. 2010 Jul 11. Abstract.

Most patients with CVD can fly safely, says British Society








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How to prevent pulmonary embolism during long-haul flights
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July 31, 2010 04:18 (EDT)
Dr Sohai lAziz
Very useful tips indeed. in addition i think the leg, calfs, neck n back stretching exercise are very useful, in keeping the circulation going and hence prevent not just DVT and pulm embolism but also other muscular and jointt issues.

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Samuel Z Goldhaber, MD
Professor of Medicine
Harvard Medical School
Director, Venous Thromboembolism Research Group
Co-Director, Anticoagulation Management Service
Cardiovascular Division
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, MA