Cancer and Blood Clots
Blood Clots in Cancer Patients: A Leading, Preventable Cause of Death
Access evidence-based tools, patient education resources, and clinical guidance to improve outcomes in cancer-associated thrombosis.
- Blood Clots and Cancer – What You Need to Know: Download this digital resource designed to help educate and empower patients and caregivers about the connection between blood clots and cancer.
- Stop the Clot, Spread the Word® – Cancer and Blood Clots: The National Blood Clot Alliance and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention developed this important public health campaign to share information about cancer-associated blood clot risks and the signs and symptoms.
- Patient Stories – Cancer and Blood Clots: Read stories from patients who experienced cancer-associated blood clots.
NCCN Issues Updated Guidelines for Cancer-Associated VTE
In November 2025, the National Comprehensive Cancer Network issued updated guidelines relative to cancer and blood clots.
These guidelines outline strategies for the treatment and prevention of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in adult patients with a diagnosis of cancer or for whom cancer is clinically suspected. VTE is a common complication in patients with cancer, which places them at greater risk for morbidity and mortality.
You can read through a spectrum of guidelines here: NCCN Guidelines and the specific guidelines related to VTE here: NCCN Updated Guidelines-VTE and Cancer.
Educational Webinars
Insights into Cancer-Associated Thrombosis, Surveillance, and Comorbidities: March 20, 2025
Blood Clots & Cancer: What You Need to Know: 2023
Partner Resources
Patient Empowerment Network (PEN) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. PEN’s mission is to fortify cancer patients and care partners with the knowledge and tools to boost their confidence, put them in control of their healthcare journey, and assist them in receiving the best, most personalized care available to ensure they have the best possible outcome.
SHARE Support for Women’s Cancers
SHARE is a national nonprofit that supports, educates, and empowers anyone who has been diagnosed with women’s cancers, and provides outreach to the general public about signs and symptoms. We are a compassionate community of knowledgeable survivors, women living with cancer, and healthcare professionals.
Colontown is an online community for colorectal cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. In addition, Colontown offers free educational resources designed for colorectal cancer patients and caregivers.
