Venous Thromboembolic Disease in Older Adults: Prevention, Diagnosis and Treament, A Case-Based Approach

Moderator: Laurie Gail Jacobs, MD, FACP, AGSF
Supported by an educational grant from Eisai. (intro)
Learning Objectives: (1) describe specific risk factors for VTE present in geriatric patients in different clinical contexts, including acute, skilled-nursing, and long-term care facilities; (2) identify appropriate candidates for VTE prophylaxis and the appropriate treatments, including nonpharmacologic, to do so; (3) evaluate different approaches to the diagnosis of deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism in geriatric patients; and (4) be familiar with the use of anticoagulant agents for treatment (secondary prevention) of VTE including their dosing, administration (including the use of home care), and duration of treatment.

Risk Factors and Candidates for VTE Prophylaxis in the Hospital and Beyond
Henny Billett, MD

Diagnosis of VTE in Older Adults: What is Practical and Effective?
Alex Spyropoulos, MD

Secondary Prevention (Treatment) of VTE: How Much is Enough?
Laurie Gail Jacobs, MD, FACP, AGSF

Four Cases for Discussion
Panel