Preferences Among Expert Physicians in Areas of Uncertainty in Venous Thromboembolism Management: Results from a Multiple-Choice Questionnaire.

ABSTRACT: Background/Objectives: Prevention and treatment of venous thromboembolism (VTE), including deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), is a major clinical issue in hospitalized patients. Some aspects of VTE management lack clarity due to differing physicians' opinions and behaviors. Methods: A multidisciplinary steering committee identified two main areas of uncertainty: VTE prophylaxis and PE management in special settings. A multiple-choice questionnaire including 10 statements was circulated to 183 doctors trained in VTE management. The expected benefit-to-harm ratio was represented on a nine-point Likert scale, with consensus (≥75% agreement) on scores of 1-3 indicating inappropriate and 7-9 indicating appropriate care measures. Results: In online votin

SUBMITTER: Di Minno A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12692854 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature