Virchow's Triad
This triad provides a framework for thinking about the development of thrombosis.
Virchow's triad comprises:
- damage to the venous wall e.g. inflammation, trauma, pelvic surgery, central lines
- a change in flow e.g. immobility, local pressure, varicose veins, shock, congestive heart failure, venous obstruction, hydration, hypovolaemia
- blood hypercoagulability
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