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Thrombophilia and cancer.
Pathophysiology of haemostasis and thrombosis - 1 Jan 2008
Horowitz Netanel, Brenner Benjamin
Abstract excerpt
Inherited and acquired thrombophilia are well-known risk factors for venous thromboembolism. The incidence of thrombotic events in cancer patients is increased compared to normal population. Data on inherited thrombophilia and cancer is limited. Most studies are small, and results are varied by geography, tumor type, stage of disease and therapy. Nevertheless, it seems that factor V Leiden and prothrombin...
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