Understanding DIC
Note: The bolded terms in this article are defined in the glossary at the end of the article. Over the…
February 12, 2021
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January 20, 2021
Recent Publications from our Executive Board
The members of our Executive Board are dedicated to conducting research and publishing practice-changing guidance. We’re proud to share this…
January 15, 2021
Clot Chronicles: Predicting and Preventing Cancer-Associated Thrombosis
Hi. My name is Alok Khorana. I’m a medical oncologist and Director of the GI Cancer Program at the Cleveland…
January 15, 2021
Understanding Post-thrombotic Syndrome
This month, we welcome Dr. Suresth Vedantham to discuss chronic leg pain after a blood clot, also known as post-thrombotic…
January 1, 2021
Clot Chronicles: What’s on the Horizon This Year
Hello, I’m Dr. Sam Goldhaber, President of NATF and a cardiologist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Today on Clot Chronicles, we’re…
November 24, 2020
What is a Blood Clot?
Updated November 2020 Blood clotting, also known as coagulation, is the body’s first line of defense against bleeding. When we…
November 24, 2020
The First Six Months
Updated November 2020 A look at life after a blood clot THE BODY’S RESPONSE Once you’ve had a blood clot,…
November 24, 2020
The Clot Connection: Thrombosis, Heart Attack, and Stroke
Updated November 2020 Blood clots play a major role in myocardial infarction (MI), or heart attack. Over time, the coronary…
November 24, 2020
Visiting the Emergency Department for a Blood Clot: What to Expect
Updated November 2020 Taking a trip to the emergency department (ED) is stressful and potentially costly – but it can…
November 23, 2020
Exercise: The Surprising Benefits
It’s well-known that exercise is essential for heart health – but what else does it have to offer? More than you might think.…
November 23, 2020
Stepping into Success: Exercise After a Blood Clot
Updated November 2020 After experiencing a blood clot, which can appear as a pulmonary embolism (PE), a blood clot in…
November 23, 2020
Just Relax: Practicing Meditation to Combat Stress and Improve Your Health
Updated November 2020 Stress. Everyone deals with it in their lives, but too much of it can be very unhealthy.…