The risk of deep vein thrombosis in total joint patients compared to orthopaedic trauma patients: Need for new prevention guidelines

Historically, the risks for DVT in total joints have been emphasized, yet based on our results, the incidence of DVT is the same for orthopaedic trauma. However, the risk factors varied. It is therefore important to consider specialty-specific DVT prophylaxis for orthopaedic trauma patients in order to improve care and reduce postoperative complications.