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Table 2 Prevention of VTE and VG in cancer patients

From: Venous gangrene and cancer: A cool look at a burning issue

General measures: attention to good nutrition, hydration and mobilisation

Physical/mechanical measures: TEDS (Thromboembolic Deterrent Stockings) And intermittent pneumatic compression Stocking during surgical operations

Pharmacologic measures: LMWH, UFH Starting warfarin at low dose simultaneously with LMWH in case of established VTE