D-Dimer & VTE Assessment

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On Demand

Flexible Learning

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Course Overview

Navigate the complexities of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) diagnostics with absolute clinical certainty. This course delivers an evidence-based roadmap for assessing deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), focusing on risk stratification, the clinical utility of D-dimer testing, and the deployment of modern, safe ambulatory care pathways.

Why This Course Matters

VTE remains a leading cause of preventable hospital morbidity and mortality. However, over-investigating low-risk patients strains resources and exposes patients to unnecessary radiation or anticoagulation risks. Conversely, under-diagnosing can be fatal. This module shows you exactly how to find the perfect diagnostic balance using probability scoring systems, targeted history-taking, and intelligent interpretation of D-dimer results.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Highly recommended for frontline clinicians managing thromboembolic risks in urgent or ambulatory settings:

Advanced Clinical Practitioners (ACPs) and ACP Trainees
Medical Students and Junior Doctors
Nurses and Allied Health Professionals working in acute or ambulatory clinics
Emergency Medicine and Acute Care Clinicians
Healthcare Professionals working in Thrombosis and Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) pathways

COURSE FORMAT

Flexible E-Learning: Self-paced, remote digital learning featuring interactive clinical cases and step-by-step guided explanations.
Face-to-Face Teaching: Dynamic, classroom-based workshops packed with facilitated peer discussions, practical case applications, and expert clinician-led teaching.

In-Person Booking

Secure your place early. Spaces are limited due to small group teaching.

KEY FEATURES

Risk Stratification Mastery: Deep dive into clinical probability tools like the Wells Score.
D-Dimer Demystified: Learn when to order a D-dimer, how to interpret it, and its strict limitations.
Modern SDEC Focus: Built around modern Same Day Emergency Care and ambulatory management protocols.
Safety-Netting Toolkit: Clear frameworks for providing patient advice and managing anticoagulation risks safely.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

Navigate standard imaging investigation pathways, including Doppler ultrasound and CTPA.
Initiate evidence-based anticoagulation principles and manage low-risk patients within safe ambulatory pathways.
Interpret positive and negative D-dimer results across diverse patient populations and clinical contexts.

WHAT MAKES THIS COURSE DIFFERENT

This isn't just a lecture on thrombosis physiology. It is a highly practical masterclass focused on modern service delivery, showing you exactly how to implement safe, efficient pathways within Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) systems while balancing patient safety with resource optimisation.

In-Person Booking

Secure your place early. Spaces are limited due to small group teaching.