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Perioperative Deep Vein Thrombosis Prophylaxis

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Abstract

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a common but serious medical complication associated with high perioperative morbidity and mortality. VTE usually comprises both deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary emboli (PE).

Prophylaxis against VTE is of utmost importance in the perioperative setting and is considered a patient-safety measure in most mandates and quality initiatives. VTE prophylaxis can be achieved using mechanical or pharmacological interventions. Here we discuss the different types of thromboprophylaxis that can be used in surgical patients and the proper patient- and procedure-related recommendations.

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  1. Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, USA

    Mohammad Rachad Wehbe

  2. Department of Internal Medicine, University of Connecticut, Farmington, CT, USA

    Charbel F. Matar

  3. Division of Hematology and Oncology, Department of Internal Medicine, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon

    Ali Taher

  4. Department of Surgery, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon

    Jamal J. Hoballah

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Wehbe, M.R., Matar, C.F., Taher, A., Hoballah, J.J. (2024). Perioperative Deep Vein Thrombosis Prophylaxis. In: Hoballah, J.J., Kaafarani, H.M., Tsoulfas, G. (eds) Principles of Perioperative Safety and Efficiency. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-41089-5_7

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