Venous thromboembolism prophylaxis for major general surgery: a review of the clinical effectiveness and guidelines
Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health
Record ID 32011001024
English
Authors' recommendations:
Limited evidence suggests that extending thromboprophylaxis with LMWH post-discharge may be beneficial in some high-risk patients after major abdominal or pelvic surgery for cancer, but further research is needed to determine optimal timeframe and safety. Current guidelines state that extended thromboprophylaxis may be considered in select high-risk patients including those who have had major surgery for cancer in the abdomen or pelvis.
Details
Project Status:
Completed
URL for project:
http://www.cadth.ca/media/pdf/htis/june-2011/RC0277_VTE_Prophylaxis_for_Surgery_Final.pdf
Year Published:
2011
English language abstract:
An English language summary is available
Publication Type:
Not Assigned
Country:
Canada
MeSH Terms
- Humans
- Surgical Procedures, Operative
- Venous Thromboembolism
Contact
Organisation Name:
Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health
Contact Address:
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Contact Name:
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Contact Email:
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Copyright:
Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health (CADTH)
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