Thromboprophylaxis in orthopaedic surgery: a clinical review.
Venous thromboembolism (VTE), including deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), is a common cause of cardiovascular mortality and morbidity. Patients undergoing major orthopaedic surgery, including hip and knee arthroplasty, represent a group that is at particularly high risk for VTE, especially patients with risk factors (age > 60 years, cancer, prior VTE).
Mount Sinai Hospital, 600 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. benedictrogers@hotmail.com
Benedict A
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Rogers
Nick J
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Little
D006801:Humans; D019637:Orthopedic Procedures / Q000009:adverse effects*; D012307:Risk Factors; D013927:Thrombosis / Q000517:prevention & control*