Mortality data from omission of early thromboprophylaxis in critically ill patients highlights the importance of an individualised diagnosis-related approach

Mortality data from omission of early thromboprophylaxis in critically ill patients highlights the importance of an individualised diagnosis-related approach

Abstract Background Venous thromboembolism (VTE) prophylaxis is effective in reducing VTE events, however, its impact on mortality is unclear. We examined the association between omission of VTE prophylaxis within the first 24 h after intensive care unit (ICU) admission and hospital mortality. Metho...

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Main Authors: Berhe W. Sahle, David Pilcher, Karlheinz Peter, James D. McFadyen, Edward Litton, Tracey Bucknall
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-05-01
Series:Thrombosis Journal
Subjects:
Venous thromboembolism; VTE
Thromboprophylaxis
Intensive care unit
Critically ill
Mortality
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12959-023-00499-y

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