PIF Categories: Blood clots (Venous Thromboembolism or VTE)

Advice for patients following venous thromboembolism (VTE)

Date: 03/12/2025

Read our guide below about the symptoms of a blood clot and what to do if you have one. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information by […]

Reducing the risk of blood clots (VTE) for patients going home after a hospital stay

Date: 18/07/2025

Make sure you remain aware of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) when you go home after a stay in hospital. Blood clots sometimes happen after you go home. The risk is higher in […]

Blood clots, reducing the risks – easy read version

Date: 18/07/2025

Information about what to do to stop getting a blood clot and keep you healthy when you have a stay in hospital and when you go home. What are blood […]

Cancer and blood clots reducing the risk

Date: 18/07/2025

This information explains what deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) blood clots are and why people with cancer are at higher risk of developing these type of blood […]

Leg casts and blood clots, reducing the risks

Date: 18/07/2025

Information about how to reduce the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) during and after having your leg immobilised in a plaster cast or other appliance […]

Blood Clots: Reducing the risk

Date: 18/07/2025

Information on how you can reduce the risks of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) during and after your stay in hospital. What are blood clots (VTE)? Your […]

How to inject Dalteparin at home

Date: 18/07/2025

Your doctor has prescribed Dalteparin injections for you or your family member to have at home. This information provides you with a guide on how to give Dalteparin injections either […]

Reducing your risk of blood clots (venous thrombosis) during pregnancy and after birth

Date: 09/08/2023

View patient information on Reducing your risk of blood clots (venous thrombosis) during pregnancy and after birth