title: PROPHYLAXIS OF VENOUS THROMBOEMBOLISM IN ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY.
abstract: The relevance of prophylaxis of venous thromboembolism and its complications in orthopedic surgery is increasingly significant. This review discusses the pathophysiology of thrombus formation in general and orthopedic surgery, its incidence, predisposing factors and complications. It also presents an updated presentation and critique of prophylaxis currently available in our environment.
authors.affiliation: Geriatric Doctor; Associate Professor, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, School of Medicine, USP - São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
authors.forename: Luiz Eugênio Garcez
authors.initials: LE
authors.lastname: Leme
authors.affiliation: Geriatric Doctor, Institute of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Hospital das Clínicas, School of Medicine, USP - São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
authors.forename: Guilherme Turolla
authors.initials: GT
authors.lastname: Sguizzatto
keywords: Embolism/prevention & control; Orthopedics; Venous Thrombosis/prevention & control