Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5988266 | The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery | 2016 | 77 Pages |
Abstract
Prevalence of VTE after pneumonectomy is higher than previously thought. The risk of developing a VTE peaks at 6Â days after pneumonectomy, and remains increased until 30Â days, suggesting a need for additional screening or longer prophylaxis.
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Authors
Siva MD, PhD, Jay J. MD, Eugene H. MD, Jiayan ScD, Anish BS, Peter MD, MPH, David P. MD, Thomas W. MD, Daniel P. MD, Sudish C. MD, PhD,