Venous thromboembolism


EREN O. T., Armağan R., TALMAÇ M. A.

Musculoskeletal Research and Basic Science, Springer International Publishing Ag, ss.671-682, 2015

  • Yayın Türü: Kitapta Bölüm / Araştırma Kitabı
  • Basım Tarihi: 2015
  • Doi Numarası: 10.1007/978-3-319-20777-3_40
  • Yayınevi: Springer International Publishing Ag
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.671-682
  • Sağlık Bilimleri Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

Venous thromboembolism is a preventable disease that occurs frequently throughout the world. Diagnosis, prophylaxis, and management of venous thromboembolism have not yet been totally elucidated. An increase in orthopedic surgeons’ awareness of venous thromboembolism and related diseases such as deep vein thrombosis, chronic venous diseases, and pulmonary embolism is needed. This chapter discusses diagnosis of venous thromboembolism, anticoagulant drug- effect mechanisms and complications during treatment, and novel findings in the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and American College of Chest Physicians guidelines.