A unique and comprehensive overview of current diagnostic methods and understanding of venous thromboembolism documenting the first description of this condition by Virchow to emerging anticoagulant therapies.

Improving the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in day-to-day clinical practices, this invaluable reference provides a wide range of perspectives from international experts on the latest research concerning this disorder-exploring subjects currently impacting the field including VTE and pregnancy, hypercoagulable states and risk factors for VTE, and clinical recognition of pulmonary embolism.