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What factors determine whether a blood clot travels or remains in place?

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Specializes in surgery

Varies: Some are very stuck to the vein wall, others have a loose segment-tail that has more tendency to break off and travel. Duration leads to thickening- organization and fibrosis and sticking.

Answered 6/19/2018

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