Venous thromboembolism prevention post neck of femur fractures – does it make a difference?

Venous thromboembolism prevention post neck of femur fractures – does it make a difference?

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Neck of femur fractures predispose patients to venous thromboembolism (VTE). NICE has issued guideline 46 to reduce this risk through the use of antithrombic agents. We audited our department's VTE practise by reviewing the clinical notes of 123 consecutive...

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Main Authors: Hussain Fazleenah, Min San S, Konnuru Shireesha, Faroug Radwane, Ampat George
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2008-06-01
Series:Thrombosis Journal
Online Access:http://www.thrombosisjournal.com/content/6/1/8

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