Age as a key risk factor for deep vein thrombosis in patients with lower limb cellulitis

Age, particularly being 70 years or older, was identified as an independent risk factor for the development of DVT in patients with lower limb cellulitis. These findings suggest that advanced age plays a critical role in DVT development in cellulitis patients, and further investigation is needed to explore the underlying mechanisms.

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Frontiers in Medicine
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2025-06-20
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https://doi.org/10.3389/fmed.2025.1567280
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Venous Thromboembolism Diagnosis and Management
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Age as a key risk factor for deep vein thrombosis in patients with lower limb cellulitis

Natsuko Saito‐Sasaki, Yu Sawada, Romane Teshima
Frontiers in Medicine
Venous Thromboembolism Diagnosis and Management
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Age as a key risk factor for deep vein thrombosis in patients with lower limb cellulitis

Natsuko Saito‐Sasaki, Yu Sawada, Romane Teshima
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Abstract

Age, particularly being 70 years or older, was identified as an independent risk factor for the development of DVT in patients with lower limb cellulitis. These findings suggest that advanced age plays a critical role in DVT development in cellulitis patients, and further investigation is needed to explore the underlying mechanisms.

Frontiers in MedicineVol. 12
University of Occupational and Environmental Health Japan (JP)
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 71%
Venous Thromboembolism Diagnosis and Management
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