title: Deep venous thrombosis in total hip arthroplasty.
abstract: Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) is the most common complication of total hip arthroplasty. This article discusses the pathogenesis and diagnosis of DVT and recommends prophylaxis and treatment options.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia.
authors.forename: O S
authors.initials: OS
authors.lastname: Swayze
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Nasser
authors.forename: J R
authors.initials: JR
authors.lastname: Roberson
mesh_terms: D006622:Hip Prosthesis / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D013924:Thrombophlebitis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000628:therapy