title: Prevention of venous thromboembolism in hospitalized patients.
abstract: The rationale for thromboprophylaxis is based on the high prevalence of venous thromboembolism (VTE). Use of effective methods of prophylaxis is more cost-effective and is safer than selective, intensive screening for VTE. These therapeutic options will be discussed.
authors.affiliation: Cardiology Division, New York Medical College, Macy Pavilion, Room 138, Valhalla, NY 10595, USA. wsaronow@aol.com
authors.forename: Wilbert S
authors.initials: WS
authors.lastname: Aronow
mesh_terms: D000925:Anticoagulants / Q000627:therapeutic use; D001458:Bandages; D006760:Hospitalization; D006801:Humans; D010975:Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors / Q000627:therapeutic use; D012307:Risk Factors; D054556:Venous Thromboembolism / Q000517:prevention & control*
chemical_list: D000925:Anticoagulants; D010975:Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors