The incidence and risk factors for venous thromboembolism in adolescent and young adult oncology patients.
Wendy HsiaoEmily KravaChoo Phei WeeEdward ChauJulie JaffrayPublished in: Pediatric blood & cancer (2021)
AYAO participants with a VTE were more likely to have leukemia or lymphoma, more than one CVC or infection. Further studies are needed to identify patients who would benefit from modifiable prevention measures, such as limiting to one CVC, preventing infections, or considering prophylactic anticoagulation for those with a liquid tumor.