Aa
Risk of DVT after external beam radiation
Is there increased risk of DVT after EBR?
My dad is pondering perineal prostatectomy for low risk prostate cancer (gleason 7, psa 4.8). He has a history of a post op pulmonary embolus that required an IVC filter which remains in place. Trying to weight the various risk vs benefit. Thanks.
My dad is pondering perineal prostatectomy for low risk prostate cancer (gleason 7, psa 4.8). He has a history of a post op pulmonary embolus that required an IVC filter which remains in place. Trying to weight the various risk vs benefit. Thanks.
Hi,
A DVT is a blood clot. The veins are vessels going back to the heart. The clot that forms a vein runs the risk of a clot getting torn off and subsequently blocking a vessel that feeds a segment of a vital organ like the lung.
A DVT is a blood clot. The veins are vessels going back to the heart. The clot that forms a vein runs the risk of a clot getting torn off and subsequently blocking a vessel that feeds a segment of a vital organ like the lung.
Hi,
I know of no reported association between DVT and prostate irradiation.The blood vessel damage that does occur with radiation are generally small vessels particularly those involving erections. An operation if it requires prolonged immobilization will increase his risk for DVT. Hence, a laparoscopic or a robotic assisted prostatectomy would decrease this period dramatically.
It may be a good idea to discuss things with the radiation oncologist and the urologist, while there are some options out there – not all of them may be available to you.
Stay positive.
I know of no reported association between DVT and prostate irradiation.The blood vessel damage that does occur with radiation are generally small vessels particularly those involving erections. An operation if it requires prolonged immobilization will increase his risk for DVT. Hence, a laparoscopic or a robotic assisted prostatectomy would decrease this period dramatically.
It may be a good idea to discuss things with the radiation oncologist and the urologist, while there are some options out there – not all of them may be available to you.
Stay positive.
Have an Answer?
You are reading content posted in the Prostate Cancer Community
A report from Missouri Medicine argues that, despite earlier media coverage, increased omega-3 fatty acid intake does not increase prostate cancer risk.
They got it all wrong: Why the PSA test is imperative for saving lives from prostate cancer
Get the facts about this disease that affects more than 240,000 men each year.
10 prostate cancer misconceptions debunked.
Diet and digestion have more to do with cancer prevention than you may realize
A list of national and international resources and hotlines to help connect you to needed health and medical services.
