The hypercoagulable state and pulmonary embolism in patients with ovarian carcinoma.
Aust N Z J Obstet Gynaecol, 1978/8;18(3):209-12.
Planner RS, O'Sullivan EF, Campbell JJ, Ball DL
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Abstract
Fifty-nine patients with ovarian carcinoma were studied with particular reference to abnormalities of the coagulation mechanism. The notable findings were the high incidence of episodic thrombocytosis (73%) and the relation of these peaks of thrombocytosis to periods of expected maximum tumour break-down. The incidence of pulmonary embolism for the series was 44%, with the majority occurring in the group demonstrating significant thrombocytosis; in this latter group, pulmonary embolism constituted the major cause of death. The abnormalities in coagulation are discussed, together with pragmatic significance and methods of control.
MeSH terms
Adenocarcinoma; Adenocarcinoma, Mucinous; Cystadenocarcinoma; Endometriosis; Female; Humans; Ovarian Neoplasms; Pulmonary Embolism; Thrombocytosis
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