scholarly journals Flying while pregnant: what is the thrombosis risk?

2019 ◽  
Vol 27 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Bahy Vethanayagam ◽  
Susan R Kahn

Physicians are encouraged to risk stratify pregnant and post-partum travelers into low, intermediate and high risk for venous thromboembolism. In the average healthy pregnant or postpartum woman, the risk of travel-associated venous thromboembolism appears low (< 1%), warranting only routine, common sense preventive measures. However, higher risk women may warrant thromboprophylaxis.

Author(s):  
Ani Media Harumi ◽  
Kasiati Kasiati

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to analyze the relationship of age high risk with the incidence ofbleeding post partum in dr. M. Soewandhie Surabaya hospital. This research is analytic with an approachof a sectional cross. The study population was all post partum mothers in the Dr. M. Soewandhie Surabayahospital in January 2016 to March 2017, which amounts to an average of 1840respondents while theresearch sample number 182. Measuring collection sheet data obtained by systematic random sampling.The Study was conducted Chi-Square test obtained mean count X2 (0,00) is less than á (0.05) thenH0 is rejected and H1 accepted it means that there is a relationship between the age of high risk withbleeding post partum. Conclusion, there is a relationship between the age of high risk with the incidenceof bleeding post partum in the Spaceof the Maternity room Dr. Moch. Soewandhie Surabayahospital.


Healthcare ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (6) ◽  
pp. 778
Author(s):  
Ann-Rong Yan ◽  
Indira Samarawickrema ◽  
Mark Naunton ◽  
Gregory M. Peterson ◽  
Desmond Yip ◽  
...  

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a significant cause of mortality in patients with lung cancer. Despite the availability of a wide range of anticoagulants to help prevent thrombosis, thromboprophylaxis in ambulatory patients is a challenge due to its associated risk of haemorrhage. As a result, anticoagulation is only recommended in patients with a relatively high risk of VTE. Efforts have been made to develop predictive models for VTE risk assessment in cancer patients, but the availability of a reliable predictive model for ambulate patients with lung cancer is unclear. We have analysed the latest information on this topic, with a focus on the lung cancer-related risk factors for VTE, and risk prediction models developed and validated in this group of patients. The existing risk models, such as the Khorana score, the PROTECHT score and the CONKO score, have shown poor performance in external validations, failing to identify many high-risk individuals. Some of the newly developed and updated models may be promising, but their further validation is needed.


Author(s):  
Muhanad Taha ◽  
Paul Nguyen ◽  
Aditi Sharma ◽  
Mazen Taha ◽  
Lobelia Samavati

Background: Hypercoagulation is one of the striking features of COVID-19. Patients hospitalized with COVID-19 are at high risk for venous thromboembolism. However, it is unknown if the risk for venous thromboembolism persists after discharge. Case Summary: We report a case with pulmonary embolism 5 months after COVID-19. No risk factors for venous thrombosis have been identified. Conclusion: In COVID-19 related hospitalization, large studies are needed to identify the risk of venous thromboembolism after discharge.


2022 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Parisa Sadighara ◽  
Mohadeseh Pirhadi ◽  
Melina Sadighara ◽  
Parisa Shavaly-Gilani ◽  
Mohammad Reza Zirak ◽  
...  

Purpose Benzene contamination has been reported in some food groups. This study aims to identify high-risk foods groups to assess exposure to benzene. Design/methodology/approach Benzene is a hazardous volatile organic compound commonly used in the production of chemicals, detergents, paints and plastics. In addition, benzene is present in food and beverages. Findings Citrus juice-based beverages are usually more contaminated with benzene than other beverages. Benzene was also detected in carbonated beverages, fruit juices, pickles, lime juices, mayonnaise and salad dressing. Smoked and canned products have higher content of benzene. Aromas that are used in food contained benzene. Food packaging is one of the sources of benzene contamination of food. One of the reasons for its formation in food staff is due to the reaction of vitamin C (or similar acid) with benzoate, which is mainly used as a preservative in various foods. Practical implications Foods contaminated with benzene were determined. Moreover, mechanisms of its formation and some preventive measures were discussed. Originality/value This review determined the amount of benzene in foods, mechanism of formation and suggestion for prevention of benzene contamination in food.


1999 ◽  
Vol 81 (02) ◽  
pp. 198-202 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paolo Simioni ◽  
Bernd-Jan Sanson ◽  
Daniela Tormene ◽  
Philip Friederich ◽  
Bruno Girolami ◽  
...  

SummaryThe risk of spontaneous or risk-period related venous thromboembolism in family members of symptomatic carriers of antithrombin (AT), protein C (PC) or protein S (PS) defects, as well as of the Factor V Leiden mutation is still undefined. We performed a retrospective cohort study in family members (n = 793) of unselected patients with a documented venous thromboembolism and one of these deficiencies to make an estimate of this risk. The annual incidences of total and spontaneous venous thromboembolic events in carriers of AT, PC or PS defects (n = 181) were 1.01% and 0.40%, respectively, as compared to 0.10% and 0.04% in non-carriers, respectively (relative risks both 10.6). In carriers of Factor V Leiden (n = 224), the annual incidences of total and spontaneous venous thromboembolism were 0.28% and 0.11%, respectively, as compared to 0.09% and 0.04% in non-carriers, respectively (relative risks 2.8 and 2.5). Additional risk factors (immobilisation, surgery and trauma; oral contraceptive use; and pregnancy/ post-partum) increased the risk of thrombosis in carriers of AT, PC and PS defects as compared to non-carriers (relative risks 8.3, 6.4 and 8.2, respectively). Oral contraceptive use and pregnancy/ post-partum period increased the risk of thrombosis in carriers of Factor V Leiden to 3.3-fold and 4.2-fold, respectively, whereas other risk factors had only a minor effect.These data lend some support to the practice of screening family members of symptomatic carriers of a AT, PC and PS deficiency. For family members of symptomatic carriers of Factor V Leiden, screening does not seem to be justified except for women in fertile age.


2010 ◽  
Vol 138 (5) ◽  
pp. S-852
Author(s):  
Emily Pearsall ◽  
Ujash Sheth ◽  
Darlene Fenech ◽  
Marg McKenzie ◽  
J. Charles Victor ◽  
...  

2007 ◽  
Vol 138 (1) ◽  
pp. 110-116 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nienke Folkeringa ◽  
Jan Leendert P. Brouwer ◽  
Fleurisca J. Korteweg ◽  
Nic J.G.M. Veeger ◽  
Jan Jaap H.M. Erwich ◽  
...  

2020 ◽  
Vol 99 (1) ◽  
pp. 76-79
Author(s):  
Lyubov A. Balabanova ◽  
S. K. Kamaev ◽  
A. A. Imamov ◽  
O. R. Radchenko

Introduction. Adverse effects of environmental factors can cause dysfunction of organs and systems, hormonal dysfunction, genetic disorders, which can adversely affect the health of future generations. The aim is to study occupational risk factors and assess their impact on the health of male workers of machine-building enterprises, to develop preventive measures. Material and methods. The working conditions of 318 male workers of the main professions of the machine-building enterprise (miller, locksmith, electric and gas welder, turner, caster, etc.), having occupational contact with harmful occupational factors, were studied in comparison with 148 employees of the control group. Epidemiological, socio-hygienic, statistical and risk calculation methods were used. Results. 68.2% of respondents were found to have occupational contact with cutting fluid, 24.3% contact with chemicals, 14.4% - with heavy metals, 66.2% of respondents work in conditions of noise exposure, 40.1% - local vibration, 22.3% - in conditions of hypothermia, 14.4% - in conditions of overheating. Excess of maximum permissible concentrations of benzo(a)pyrene, aerosols of mineral oils, epichlorohydrin was detected in the air of the working zone. At workplaces, there were excess levels of noise, general vibration, thermal radiation. The impact of harmful occupational factors in the workplace was established to create a high risk to the health of workers. Conclusion. Working conditions of workers of the machine-building enterprise are mainly estimated as harmful. Critical organs and systems for the development of occupational pathology were identified, the high carcinogenic risk from exposure to benzo(a)pyrene was revealed. Employees of the machine-building enterprise were shown to have a high risk of oncology, respiratory diseases, central nervous system diseases, pathology in offspring. As a result, risk groups were formed and targeted preventive measures were proposed, including monitoring of the health status of high-risk groups, occupational selection, and medical examinations.


Author(s):  
Dipali Prasad ◽  
Huma Nishat ◽  
Bhawana Tiwary ◽  
Swet Nisha ◽  
Archana Sinha ◽  
...  

Background: Obstetric emergencies can occur suddenly and unexpectedly. Obstetrics is unique in that there are two patients to consider and care for, a mother and a baby or fetus. Identification and referral of high risk pregnancies are an integral part of maternal and child health services. Timeliness and appropriateness can reduce the incidence of obstetric emergencies. Present study was carried out to know the incidence, nature and outcome of obstetric emergencies.Methods: Retrospective study of obstetric emergencies admitted to Obstetrics and Gynaecology department of Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical science, Patna from March 2015 to September 2017.Results: The common clinical presentation was Ectopic Pregnancy (19.64%), Heart Disease (16.64%), Abortion (13.69%), Severe Anaemia (16.66%), Purpureal Sepsis (9.52%), Sever pregnancy induced hypertension (3.57%), Eclampsia/ HELLP Syndrome (2.38%), Multiple Pregnancy (1.19%) Malignancy Disorder with Pregnancy (2.97%) and HIV in pregnancy (0.59%). Intervention done include Dilation and evacuation (13.69%), Caesarean section (28.57%), Vaginal delivery (22.62%), Caesarean Hysterectomy (2.38%), Exploratory Laparotomy (20.83%) and conservative management in (11.90%) of patients. Maternal outcome include shock due to rupture ectopic and post-partum (16.68%), Blood Transfusion done in (27.99%), Septicaemia (15.48%), ICU admission (8.92%), HDU (12.5%), Pulmonary oedema (6.54%), DIC (4.16%), CCF (3.57%), Ventilatory Support (1.78%) and Maternal Mortality (2.38%). Fatal outcome includes live birth (58.8%), NICU Admission (27.45%), Ventilatory Support (7.84%) and Neonatal mortality (5.88%).Conclusions: High risk pregnancy identification and proper antenatal, intranatal and postnatal care will reduce the incidence of obstetrical emergencies. Peripheral health care system need to be strengthen and early referral need to be implemented for better maternal and fetal outcome.


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