Prevention and management of venous thromboembolism in COVID-19

This summary is for patients who are not pregnant and who have COVID-19 managed either in the community or in hospital.

It includes advice on:

• risk factors for venous thromboembolism (VTE) in people living in the community
• medicines to prevent and treat VTE for those in hospital.

This summary explains the recommendations in a rapid guideline produced by the Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network (SIGN 163), about the prevention and management of venous thromboembolism in COVID-19.

Family members, friends and carers may also find the booklet helpful.

The guideline is based on what we know from current medical research. It also gives advice based on the opinion of healthcare professionals who are trained on how best to manage your care.

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