The risk for venous thromboembolism (VTE) associated with lower limb immobilisation is
unclear, owing to of a lack of evidence from studies in this patient group. However, six small …

Background Evidence from randomised controlled trials shows that low-molecular-weight
heparin is effective in reducing the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in the clinical …

Background: It is controversial whether the prevention of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in
patients with lower‐leg immobilization is necessary. Objectives: To assess the benefits and …

Aim: This study was undertaken to assess the incidence of symptomatic deep vein
thrombosis (DVT) in orthopedic outpatients who are treated with lower limb casts and were …

Essentials• Thromboprophylaxis after lower limb injury is often based on complex risk
stratification.• Our systematic review identified variables predicting venous …

Background Immobilization of the lower limb is a risk factor for venous thromboembolism
(VTE). Low molecular weight heparins (LMWHs) are anticoagulants, which might be used in …

Background Immobilization of the lower leg is associated with venous thromboembolism
(VTE). Low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) is an anticoagulant treatment which might be …

Background Thromboprophylaxis has the potential to reduce venous thromboembolism
(VTE) following lower limb immobilization resulting from injury. Objectives We aimed to …

Background Prophylactic anticoagulation in emergency department patients with lower limb
trauma requiring immobilisation is controversial. The Thrombosis Risk Prediction for Patients …

Background A small subgroup of patients treated with lower-leg cast immobilization
develops venous thromboembolism (VTE). Objectives (1) Identify risk factors for VTE in …