Venous thromboembolism

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Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) is a medical condition that involves the formation of blood clots in the vein. It is a term that includes both Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism (PE).

Pronunciation

  • Venous: /ˈviː.nəs/
  • Thromboembolism: /ˌθrɒm.boʊ.ˈɛm.bəˌlɪz.əm/

Etymology

The term "Venous Thromboembolism" is derived from three words:

  • Venous: From the Latin venosus, meaning "full of veins"
  • Thrombo: From the Greek θρόμβος (thrombos), meaning "clot"
  • Embolism: From the Greek ἔμβολος (embolos), meaning "stopper" or "plug"

Definition

Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) is a disease that includes both Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism (PE). It is a condition in which a blood clot forms most often in the deep veins of the leg, groin or arm (deep vein thrombosis) and travels in the circulation, lodging in the lungs (pulmonary embolism).

Related Terms

  • Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): A condition in which a blood clot forms in the deep veins, usually of the leg or pelvis.
  • Pulmonary Embolism (PE): A condition in which a blood clot that has formed elsewhere in the body travels to the lungs, causing blockage of the pulmonary arteries.
  • Thrombosis: The formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel, obstructing the flow of blood.
  • Embolism: The sudden blockage of a blood vessel by an embolus, a blood clot or air bubble.
  • Anticoagulant: A drug that helps prevent the formation of blood clots.
  • Warfarin: A type of anticoagulant medication often used to treat VTE.

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