ReachMDTreatment of a Patient with Cancer and with Catheter-Related Thrombosis

Because each patient reports unique challenges, there is no “one size fits all” approach to managing cancer-associated venous thrombosis (CAT). Thrombosis is a complication that HCPs are not recognizing early enough in the face of multiple options for appropriately treating and managing CAT; additionally, there is a lack of awareness of new CAT management clinical data. Although the morbidity and mortality of VTE in cancer patients remain high, unfortunately, its management is not given the same priority. And although recommendations suggest an individualized approach to managing these patients, clinical practice adoption is slow. Published guidelines and clinical trial data do not always correspond to real-world practice and prescribing practices. As a result, many existing CAT management protocols must be updated as new guidance is warranted.