Author:
Tsikouras Panagiotis,Anthoulaki Xanthoula,Deftereou Theodora,Chalkidou Anna,Bothou Anastasia,Gaitatzi Fotini,Chatzimichael Eleftherios,Gyroglou Selma,Chalil Bourazan Arsou,Stanulov George,Michalopoulos Spyridon,Tsirkas John,Babageogaka Irene,Rath Werner,Von Tempelhoff Georg-Friedrich,Zervoudis Stefanos,Iatrakis Georgios,Galazios Georgios,Nikolettos Nikolaos
Abstract
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) of the lower limbs is a serious condition that can lead to pulmonary embolism (PE) in about 15–24% of cases. If it is not diagnosed/treated timely, nearly 15% of these PE are lethal. The relationship between travel and staying in the same position for a long time is well-known since World War II. Generally, it is more frequent in air flights. It is also associated with the economic downturn in airplanes because passengers have limited space and have greater difficulty of moving. It is estimated that approximately 1–6% of long-haul passengers arrive at their destination with a clot in their veins, but most DVT are asymptomatic.