Prophylaxis for Thromboembolism in Elective Orthopaedic Surgery
作者:
Mary Proctor,
Lazar Greenfield,
Eric Marsh,
期刊:
Orthopaedic Nursing
(OVID Available online 1997)
卷期:
Volume 16,
issue 5
页码: 51-56
ISSN:0744-6020
年代: 1997
出版商: OVID
数据来源: OVID
摘要:
Thromboembolism is a major complication for patients undergoing elective hip and knee surgery. It can delay full recovery and increase the cost of treatment. This review article focuses on the patho-physiology, risk factors, and methods of prophylaxis in this select patient group. Emphasis is placed on the role of the nurse in the ongoing assessment of the patient's risk for thromboembolism.
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