Background Trauma is a leading causes of death and disability in young people. Venous
thromboembolism (VTE) is a principal cause of death. Trauma patients are at high risk of …

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a major issue in trauma patients. Without prophylaxis,
the rate of deep venous thrombosis approaches 60% and even with chemoprophylaxis may …

This is a recommended evaluation and management algorithm from the Western Trauma
Association (WTA) Algorithms Committee focused on the management of pharmacologic …

Optimizing prophylaxis against venous thromboembolic events (VTEs) is a critical issue in
the care of injured patients. Although these patients are at significant risk of developing VTE …

Trauma patients are at increased risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE), which includes
both deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. Pharmacologic VTE prophylaxis is a …

Background: The incidence of venous thromboembolism (VTE) without prophylaxis is as
high as 80% after major trauma. Initiation of prophylaxis is often delayed because of …

Background Critically ill trauma patients with severe injuries are at high risk for venous
thromboembolism (VTE) and bleeding simultaneously. Currently, the optimal VTE …

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

Purpose: Trauma patients are at high risk of VTE. We summarize the efficacy and safety of
LMWH versus UFH for the prevention of VTE in trauma patients. Methods: We searched 6 …

The prevention of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in patients recovering from major trauma,
spinal cord injury (SCI), or other critical illness is often challenging. These patient groups …