Prevention of thrombosis with warfarin, aspirin, and mechanical methods.
Publication/Presentation Date
1-1-2005
Abstract
Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a serious disorder and a major cause of morbidity and mortality among acutely ill medical patients. However, despite the growing number of patients with acute medical illnesses who have an associated risk of VTE, the widespread use of VTE prophylaxis does not yet occur for both surgical and nonsurgical patients. Although individuals at greatest risk for VTE include patients undergoing major orthopedic surgery and those with medical conditions that require prolonged immobilization, all patients who have acute medical illnesses should be considered for VTE prophylaxis. Several strategies, including various mechanical and pharmacologic approaches, are currently used for VTE prophylaxis. Increased awareness about the full range of options for VTE prophylaxis can help health care providers select the appropriate course of action to help reduce the incidence of VTE among patients with acute medical illnesses.
Volume
7
Issue
4
First Page
49
Last Page
56
ISSN
1098-3597
Published In/Presented At
Merli G. J. (2005). Prevention of thrombosis with warfarin, aspirin, and mechanical methods. Clinical cornerstone, 7(4), 49–56. https://doi.org/10.1016/s1098-3597(05)80103-6
Disciplines
Business Administration, Management, and Operations | Health and Medical Administration | Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
PubMedID
16758652
Department(s)
Administration and Leadership
Document Type
Article