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Cushing’s Disease Increases VTE Risk Over 40 Times

7/26/2025

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A groundbreaking U.K. study reveals that people with Cushing’s disease are over 40 times more likely to develop venous thromboembolism (VTE) than those with nonfunctioning pituitary adenomas. To combat this alarming risk, researchers advocate for thromboprophylaxis starting at diagnosis and continuing through surgery, emphasizing the need for proactive care.

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Story summary

A groundbreaking U.K. study reveals that people with Cushing’s disease are over 40 times more likely to develop venous thromboembolism (VTE) than those with nonfunctioning pituitary adenomas. To combat this alarming risk, researchers advocate for thromboprophylaxis starting at diagnosis and continuing through surgery, emphasizing the need for proactive care.