title: Surgical venous thromboprophylaxis: a cross-sectional survey of canadian gynaecologic oncologists.
abstract: OBJECTIVE
  Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality following gynaecologic cancer surgery. The objective of this study was to assess the current practice for VTE prophylaxis among Canadian gynaecologic oncologists for both open and minimally invasive surgical techniques and to assess interest in participation in a clinical trial to examine this issue.
  
  
  METHODS
  Assessment of national thromboprophylaxis practices was achieved through an online survey technique, "Zoomerang." An invitation to complete the survey was sent out via email to members of the Society of Gynecologic Oncology of Canada.
  
  
  RESULTS
  The majority of respondents (78%) believed surgical thromboprophylaxis to be indicated for all gynaecologic oncology patients, irrespective of an open versus minimally invasive approach. Current thromboprophylaxis practice patterns are variable, reflecting centre-specific challenges.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  Venous thromboembolism is an important and preventable complication of major gynaecologic surgery. A demonstrated lack of evidence and consensus regarding VTE prophylaxis following minimally invasive procedures for gynaecologic oncology patients necessitates further prospective study to evaluate the incidence, risk, treatment, and cost-effectiveness of prophylaxis.
authors: Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Ottawa, Ottawa ON.
authors: Laura
authors: L
authors: Hopkins
authors: Marc
authors: M
authors: Carrier
authors: Marie
authors: M
authors: Plante
authors: Vilma
authors: V
authors: Luna
authors: Walter
authors: W
authors: Gotlieb
authors: Lisa
authors: L
authors: Rambout
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000925:Anticoagulants / Q000008:administration & dosage; D002170:Canada; D003430:Cross-Sectional Studies; D003625:Data Collection; D005260:Female; D005833:Genital Neoplasms, Female / Q000601:surgery*; D013509:Gynecologic Surgical Procedures / Q000009:adverse effects*; D019538:Health Care Surveys; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D010820:Physicians; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000517:prevention & control*; D011300:Preoperative Care; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D054556:Venous Thromboembolism / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control*
chemical_list: D000925:Anticoagulants