| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2992863 | Journal of Vascular Surgery | 2010 | 11 Pages |
Abstract
From 1998 to 2005, the estimated rates of prophylactic VCF placement increased at a significantly higher rate than VCF placement in the setting of DVT or PE. Significant increases in the use of prophylactic VCFs were seen in the setting of morbid obesity and head injury.
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Authors
Phillip S. MD, Jeanette S. MS, Timothy E. MSPH, Ross P. MD, Matthew A. MD, Christopher J. MD, Matthew S. MD, Kimberley J. MD,