Abstract: . . .  individuals have an adverse reaction to warfarin and are given other anticoagulant drugs that have a similar effect, such as phenindione. Page 4 Prevention of venous thrombosis The risk of venous thrombosis is generally low unless more than one risk factor is present. Prevention therefore tends to focus on individuals with an increased or high risk, for example those with a thrombophilia or a family history of venous thrombosis . Thromboprophylaxis Thromboprophylaxis is the practice of giving small doses of anticoagulants to individuals with an increased risk of venous thrombosis , in situations that further increase the risk. For example patients undergoing hip and knee surgery, who have a high risk of deep vein thrombosis , are given small doses of anticoagulants around the time of the operation and afterwards. More advice on healthy living can be found at www.dh.gov.uk There are a number of ways you can help Lifeblood: The Thrombosis Charity. You can make a donation and help us to support vital research being carried out in the UK. You can become a volunteer and help us to explain to others what we are doing. Or why not have some fun and organise a fundraising . . .
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