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Dedicated to Furthering Education and Research on Thrombosis (blood clots) for patients and healthcare professionals. Tweets/retweets not endorsement
Whitby, Ontario
Joined November 2013
We're pleased to share this information for patients who have experienced thrombosis. This important study on mental health and thrombosis is led by Dr Kerstin de Wit, a Thrombosis Canada member at Queen's University in Kingston. Please consider participating here:
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TONIGHT!! Don't miss out on this valuable education experience for everyone about Cancer-associated Thrombosis (CAT) - an important risk factor for patients with cancer. Join us and two patients as they share their experiences with CAT and learn what to watch for so that you can
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More information for those dealing with complex patients. Dr Thomas Mavrakanas presented “Anticoagulation for AF in end-stage renal disease”. #TCCan25.
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A busy afternoon at the @ThrombosisCan 2025 conference began with a debate between @RZarychanski and @kerstindewit on management of patients with intermediate risk PE, should you admit or not? Great discussion. #TCConf2025
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The rapid-fire session covered an exciting range of topics. Great speakers and engaging presentations. -Catheter-directed thrombolysis for extensive DVi With Dr Sebastian Mafeld - Antithrombotic management post venous stenting with Dr Andrea Cervi- Assessment of breakthrough VTE
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Dr Amber Afzal spoke with our audience about Thrombosis and Anticoagulation in Cirrhosis. Another topic to help with complex patients with thrombosis. #TCConf25
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Dr Stephanie Carlin provides insights on Warfarin for Stroke Prevention in AF: What’s Old is New. Another great topic supporting clinicians. #TCConf25
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Thank you @TourCNTower for this opportunity to raise awareness of this important health issue. #WTDay25
Tonight the #CNTower will also be lit red and blue for World Thrombosis Day / Ce soir, la #TourCN sera également illuminée en rouge et bleu pour la Journée mondiale de la thrombose
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Hundreds of our close friends and colleagues joining us today for a full day of education, networking and credits. Another great turnout for the @ThrombosisCan conference. #TCConf25
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Dr Jack Hirsh takes the delegates through the history of anticoagulation as he experienced it. Great to have his perspective shared with our diverse audience from across Canada. #TCConf25
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Great start to the @ThrombosisCan conference with a panel discussion on challenging cases led by @MarcCarrier1. #TCCONF25 #KnowThrombosis #WTDay25
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Are you a #Thrombosis nerd? Do you love anticoagulation questions that no one else seems to care about, but everyone calls you for help? You’re among friends at @ThrombosisCan Join us at our Annual Conference + Morning Report for challenging cases! 👉 https://t.co/Octv0s0rsE
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New insights from Dr Durr at the @canvector 2025 meeting! Despite standard LMWH thromboprophylaxis, fewer than half of ICU patients reach target anti-Xa levels. 👉 Sub-prophylactic anti-Xa levels = ~3× higher VTE risk We need to rethink “standard” dosing in ICU
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Blood clots are a silent threat for people living with cancer. Join Thrombosis Canada for Silent Threat: Learn the Risks of Clots with Cancer, a free online event for patients and the public. Hear from patient partners Natalie Kwadrans and Kirsten Lenko as they share their
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Prevention takes a team. From surgeons to nurses and pharmacists, multidisciplinary collaboration is key to preventing postoperative VTE. Explore how integrated protocols improve outcomes in the latest Thrombosis Canada guidance. https://t.co/9u75BupCrc
#TeamVTE #Orthopedics
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Half of all clots in people with cancer happen within 3 months of diagnosis. Awareness saves lives, join us Tuesday, October 28 for a free webinar with patients and experts. Register here https://t.co/KDNWQwM0LA
#SilentThreat #WorldThrombosisDay #CancerCare #WTDay2025
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Do you know the recommended prophylaxis duration after hip or knee arthroplasty? Evidence supports 14–35 days depending on procedure and patient risk. Get the full table of options and supporting data in the Thrombosis Canada summary. https://t.co/9u75BupCrc
#VTE #Orthopedics
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Natalie and Kirsten are sharing their personal stories to help others with cancer avoid the danger they faced, blood clots. Don’t miss this powerful conversation on October 28 at 7 PM ET. It’s free to attend. Register here https://t.co/KDNWQwM0LA
#WorldThrombosisDay
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Pharmacologic + Mechanical = Better Together. Combined prophylaxis provides superior protection compared to either method alone. Learn how to apply both effectively in orthopedic surgery. Full summary: https://t.co/9u75BupCrc
#VTE #Orthopedics #Thromboprophylaxis
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