Taking a long-haul flight nearly triples the risk of developing deep vein thrombosis, according to new research. A study of more than 8,700 people found that on average an air passenger who takes a flight lasting longer than four hours has a one in around 4,700 chance of getting DVT.
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Under 30s at highest risk of DVT on flights - Daily Mail 24th September 2007
Long-haul flight 'triples' chance of getting DVT - The Telegraph 25th September 2007
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
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