Deep Venous Thrombosis in Surgical Intensive Care Unit: Prevalence and Risk Factors

Deep Venous Thrombosis in Surgical Intensive Care Unit: Prevalence and Risk Factors

Critically ill patients are at high risk for developing venous thromboembolism. The objective of this study was to determine the prevalence of, and risk factors for, lower extremity deep vein thrombosis (DVT) among critically ill surgical patients in Thailand. Materials and Methods: Patients older t...

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Main Authors: Chumpon Wilasrusmee, Kidakorn Kiranantawat, Suthas Horsirimanont, Panuwat Lertsithichai, Pinmanee Reodecha, Yupa Soonthonkit, Aree Boonbavonrutanakun, Plubplung Tangsakuntong, Saowaros Panichvisai, Sopon Jirasirithum, Dilip S Kittur
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2009-04-01
Series:Asian Journal of Surgery
Subjects:
APACHE score
Doppler ultrasound
thromboprophylaxis
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1015958409600166

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