Risk of recurrence after venous thromboembolism in men and women: patient level meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To determine the effect of sex on the risk of recurrent venous thromboembolism in all patients and in patients with venous thromboembolism that was unprovoked or provoked (by non-hormonal factors). Data source Comprehensive search of electronic databases (Medline, Embase, CINAHL, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials) until July 2010, supplemented by review of conference abstracts and contact with content experts.

Study selection

Seven prospective studies investigating an association between D-dimer, measured after anticoagulation was stopped, and disease recurrence in patients with venous thromboembolism.

Data extraction

Patient level databases were obtained, transferred to a central database, checked, and completed with further information provide

SUBMITTER: Douketis J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3044449 | biostudies-literature | 2011 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature