Reduce the Incidence of Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism
Vascular Compression
Cardinal Health offers an all-in-one compression system and anti-embolism stockings clinically proven to reduce the incidence of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism (PE).
About DVT
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a condition resulting from the formation of a blood clot (thrombus) inside a deep vein of the leg, commonly located in the calf or thigh. DVT occurs when the blood clot either partially or completely blocks the flow of blood in the vein. Patient symptoms include pain, swelling, and discoloration.
DVT is one part of a disease called venous thromboembolism (VTE). The other part of VTE is the leading cause of preventable hospital death in the United States, Pulmonary Embolism (PE). A PE occurs when a portion of the blood clot breaks off and travels to the lungs, which can lead to death.2
Every year there are over 1 million VTE events in Europe and approximately 543 500 related deaths3, more than double of combined deaths due to AIDS (5 860), breast cancer (86 831), prostatecancer (63 636), and transport accidents (53 599).3 The European Countris spends close to $2.4 billion a year to treat DVT.4 Patients with DVT are typically treated with anticoagulation therapy alone, such as a blood thinner. While blood thinners are effective in reducing the risk of a fatal pulmonary embolism and growth of the blood clot, the underlying blood clot may remain and result in permanent vein damage, which could lead to the development of post thrombotic syndrome.
Support
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To obtain service on your Cardinal Health devices, you MUST contact the service department and request a Return Material Authorization Number (RMA). |
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Email: G-KOREA-ADMIN@cardinalhealth.com CovidienConnect: https://www.covidienconnect.com
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| Step 3 | Repackage the compression unit(s) carefully in its original box or any sturdy carton with enough packing material to prevent damage. List the RMA number on the shipping label or exterior of the box. |
| Step 4 | Mail package to address obtained from Customer Service, after RMA is issued. |
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If you need help identifying your local Sales Representative, please contact the Customer Service Department at 1-800-962-9888 option 2/option 2. Resource Guide: Software Updater for Kendall SCD™ 700 Series Controller |
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3 Cohen AT, Agnelli G, Anderson FA, Arcelus JI, Bergqvist D, Brecht JG, Greer IA, Heit JA, Hutchinson JL, Kakkar AK, Mottier D, Oger E, Samama MM, Spannagl M. Venous thromboembolism (VTE) in Europe. Thromb Haemost. 2007;98:756-764.
4 Ruppert a. et al. Economic burden of venous thromboembolism: a systematic review 2011, Vol. 14, No. 1 , Pages 65-74
