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Checklist for Blood Clot Risk Factors

Listed below are some of the most common risk factors for blood clots.
Put a check in the box next to any risk factors that might apply to you.

  • Hospitalization for illness or surgery
  • Major surgery, particularly of the pelvis, abdomen, hip, knee
  • Severe physical trauma, such as a car accident
  • Injury to a vein that may have been caused by a broken bone or severe muscle injury
  • Hip or knee replacement surgery
  • Cancer and cancer treatments
  • Use of birth control methods that contain estrogen, such as the pill, patch or ring
  • Pregnancy and up to 3 months after the baby is born
  • The use of hormone therapy with estrogen
  • Personal or family history of blood clots
  • Overweight
  • Confinement to bed or a wheelchair
  • Sitting too long, especially with legs crossed
  • Smoking
  • Age 55 or older
  • Long-term diseases such as heart and lung conditions, or diabetes

If any of these risks apply to you, speak with your cancer doctor or healthcare team.
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