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Venous thromboembolism in Croatia - Croatian Cooperative Group for Hematologic Diseases (CROHEM) study

Dražen Pulanić1, Velka Gverić-Krečak, Zlatka Nemet-Lojan

  • 1Dražen Pulanić, Kišpatićeva 12, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia, dpulanic@yahoo.com.

Croatian Medical Journal
|January 1, 2016
PubMed

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The incidence of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in Croatia was estimated at 1.185 per 1000 people. Improved thromboprophylaxis for secondary VTE could significantly reduce its burden.

Area of Science:

  • Hematology
  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a significant global health concern.
  • Understanding VTE incidence and characteristics is crucial for public health strategies.
  • Previous data on VTE in Croatia is limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the incidence and characteristics of VTE in Croatia.
  • To compare VTE patient demographics and risk factors with international studies.
  • To identify potential areas for improving VTE prevention and management.

Main Methods:

  • An observational, non-interventional study was conducted in 2011.
  • Medical records of newly diagnosed VTE patients from four Croatian counties were reviewed.
  • The study population represented 13.1% of the Croatian population.

Main Results:

  • 663 VTE cases were identified: 61.5% deep vein thrombosis, 33% pulmonary embolism.
  • The median age was 71 years, with 56.3% female patients.
  • Secondary VTE (57.3%) was often linked to cancer (40.8%) or immobility (38.2%).
  • The estimated VTE incidence was 1.185 per 1000 people.
  • 10.6% of patients died, with VTE as the primary cause in 50% of these deaths.

Conclusions:

  • VTE characteristics in Croatia align with international findings.
  • Enhanced thromboprophylaxis in patients with risk factors for secondary VTE is recommended.
  • Implementing improved preventive measures could substantially decrease the VTE burden in Croatia.
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