The assessment of venous thromboembolism risks associated with pregnancy and the postnatal period

Healthcare Safety Investigation Branch – Dec 2022

This report is intended for healthcare organisations, policymakers and the public to help improve patient safety in relation to the assessment of venous thromboembolism risk in pregnancy and the period after birth. For readers less
familiar with this area of healthcare, medical terms are explained within the report.

Report – The assessment of venous thromboembolism risks associated with pregnancy and the postnatal period