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World J Gastroenterol. Jun 14, 2011; 17(22): 2723-2733
Published online Jun 14, 2011. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v17.i22.2723
Table 2 Acquired thrombotic risk factors in inflammatory bowel disease
Inflammation
Immobility (surgery or hospitalization)
Surgery
Fluid depletion
Central venous catheters
Drug therapy: Corticosteroids, anti-TNF drugs?
Smoking
Hyperhomocysteinemia (vitamin deficiencies)
Oral contraceptives
Increased levels of lipoprotein A