Recurrent pulmonary embolism: is filarial lymphedema a risk factor for deep vein thrombosis?
Lymphatic filariasis is caused by nematodes that inhabit the lymphatic system and subcutaneous tissues. 90% of the infections are caused by Wuchereria bancrofti while most of the remainder by Brugia malayi and Brugia timori. The presence of filarial lymphedema or elephantiasis leads to disfigurement...
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Main Authors: | Boo, Yang Liang, Lim, Hong Tak, Chin, Pek Woon, Lim, Suat Yee, Hoo, Fan Kee |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Pakistan Medical Association
2016
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Online Access: | http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/53738/1/Recurrent%20pulmonary%20embolism%20-%20is%20filarial%20lymphedema%20a%20risk%20factor%20for%20deep%20vein%20thrombosis.pdf http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/53738/ https://www.bibliomed.org/?mno=214022 |
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