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Increased deep vein thrombosis cases during the COVID-19 quarantine

Evren Karaali1, Osman Çiloğlu1, Orhan Saim Demirtürk2

  • 1Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, University of Health Science Adana City Training and Research Hospital, Adana, Turkey.

Phlebology
|December 8, 2020
PubMed

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COVID-19 quarantine significantly increased deep vein thrombosis (DVT) rates, with more cases and pulmonary embolism complications observed. Preventive measures like exercise and medication are recommended to combat immobility-related DVT during confinement.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Research
  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic led to widespread lockdowns and quarantine measures.
  • Immobility during quarantine is a known risk factor for venous thromboembolism.
  • Understanding the impact of COVID-19 confinement on DVT incidence is crucial for public health.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the incidence of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) during the COVID-19 quarantine period with the preceding year.
  • To assess the association between COVID-19 confinement and DVT rates.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective, single-center study design was employed.
  • Hospital admission records from April-May 2019 and April-May 2020 were screened.
  • The number of DVT cases in both periods was recorded and compared.

Main Results:

  • DVT incidence rose from 0.017% in 2019 to 0.084% in 2020, despite fewer hospital admissions in 2020.
  • Symptomatic pulmonary embolism cases secondary to DVT increased from two in 2019 to seven in 2020.
  • One DVT-related fatality occurred in 2020, and a history of DVT was noted in several patients during confinement.

Conclusions:

  • COVID-19 confinement is associated with elevated rates of deep vein thrombosis.
  • Preventive strategies, including exercise and prophylactic medication, should be implemented to mitigate immobility-related DVT risks during quarantine.
  • Further research is warranted to confirm these findings and optimize preventative protocols.
Abstract

Keywords:
Venous embolismcoronavirusdeep vein thrombosisquarantine

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