Thrombolysis may reduce complications of deep vein thrombosis

Thrombolysis may reduce complications of deep vein thrombosis – NIHR Signal (free)

Original article: Thrombolysis for acute deep vein thrombosis – Cochrane Library (Link to abstract – $ for full-text)

Thrombolysis reduced post-thrombotic syndrome, but lead to more bleeding complications than standard anticoagulation. “Individuals with clots in the pelvis and thigh, which carry higher risk of complications, may be likely to gain most benefit”.