Abstract
The high incidence of thromboembolic complications in orthopedic surgery necessitates an effective thromboprophylactic regime. Current methods of prophylaxis are discussed, and principles of thromboprophylaxis with low-molecular weight heparin are presented.
MeSH terms
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Aspirin / therapeutic use
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Bandages
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Combined Modality Therapy
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Dextrans / therapeutic use
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Drug Therapy, Combination
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Heparin / therapeutic use
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Humans
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Orthopedics*
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Postoperative Complications / prevention & control*
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Thromboembolism / prevention & control*
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Vitamin K / antagonists & inhibitors
Substances
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Dextrans
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Vitamin K
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Heparin
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Aspirin