Effectiveness of intermittent pneumatic compression devices for venous thromboembolism prophylaxis in high-risk surgical and medical patients
CONTEXT: Venous thromboembolism (VTE), which encompasses deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), is a serious potential complication in hospitalized patients. Thromboprophylaxis regimens include pharmacological and mechanical options such as intermittent pneumatic compression devices...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Washington, D.C.
Department of Veterans Affairs
June 2015, 2015
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| Series: | Evidence-based synthesis program
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| Collection: | National Center for Biotechnology Information - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
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- Includes bibliographical references