This paper provides an up-to-date review of obesity and lower limb osteoarthritis (OA). OA is
a major global cause of disability, with the knee being the most frequently affected joint …

Thrombosis can affect any venous circulation. Venous thromboembolism (VTE) includes
deep-vein thrombosis of the leg or pelvis, and its complication, pulmonary embolism. VTE is …

Importance People with severe obesity who undergo a total knee arthroplasty (TKA) for
osteoarthritis (OA) are at higher risk of short-term and long-term complications compared …

Background VTE is a serious, but decreasing complication following major orthopedic
surgery. This guideline focuses on optimal prophylaxis to reduce postoperative pulmonary …

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is categorized by the US Surgeon General as a major
public health problem. VTE is relatively common and associated with reduced survival and …

The incidence of venous thromboembolism exceeds 1 per 1000; over 200,000 new cases
occur in the United States annually. Of these, 30% die within 30 days; one-fifth suffer sudden …

Background The importance of morbid obesity as a risk factor for complications after total
knee arthroplasty (TKA) continues to be debated. Obesity is rarely an isolated diagnosis and …

The epidemiology of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in the community has important
implications for VTE prevention and management. This review describes the disease burden …

Total hip and knee arthroplasties are effective surgical interventions for relieving hip pain
and improving physical function caused by arthritis. Although the majority of patients …

Publisher Summary This chapter describes the incidence, survival, recurrence,
complications, and risk factors for deep vein thrombosis of the leg, pelvis, or arm, and its …