A systematic review to explore the burden of deep vein thrombosis in elderly | [Rawal Medical Journal • 2025]

Author(s):

1. Sithara Begum Kaznaber Ali: College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Jazan University; College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Jazan University

2. Aruna Jothishanmugam: Aruna Jothishanmugam,

3. Nagla Abdalghani: Department of Respiratory Therapy,

4. Divya Raju: College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Jazan University

5. Nagat Sidig Yasin Eltaher: Health Sciences, Jazan University

6. Ghada Abd Elsalam Ahmed ElDeeb: Health Sciences, Jazan University

7. Sheela Prabhudas: College of Nursing, Al-Darb, Jazan University, KSA

Abstract:

Objective: To explore the association of between common risk factors and the burden of deep vein thrombosis among the elderly. Methodology: This systematic review followed the PRISMA guidelines. Studies were selected for review based on the following criteria: studies published in English, qualitative, quantitative, and review studies published from 2018 to November 2024 were included. We searched for relevant published research papers in PubMed, the Scopus database, and Google Scholar. Data analysis was conducted using narrative synthesis and thematic representation. Themes were identified based on commonalities in risk factors, prevalence, and clinical implications reported across studies. Results: We identified the most common risk factors, like a positive family history, advanced age (=60 years old), long-term immobility, heart failure, and obesity; intertrochanteric fractures, decreased hemoglobin level, and increased fasting blood glucose, D-dimer levels, pneumonia, chronic heart disease, heart failure, and hyperlipidemia. Conclusion: This review underscores the significance of age-related changes, lifestyle factors, and comorbid conditions in increasing the risk of deep vein thrombo- sis among the elderly. Implementing prevention strate- gies and improving awareness among healthcare profes- sionals may help mitigate the burden of deep vein thro- mbosis in this vulnerable population.

Page(s): 522-525

DOI: DOI not available

Published: Journal: Rawal Medical Journal, Volume: 50, Issue: 2, Year: 2025

Keywords:

Deep vein thrombosis DVT , Elderly , Risk factors

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