Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
8804382 The Spine Journal 2018 35 Pages PDF
Abstract
Pharmacologic prophylaxis, primarily with unfractionated heparin, after elective spine surgery was not associated with a significant reduction in VTE. However, there was a significant increase in postoperative hematoma requiring reoperation among patients undergoing prophylaxis. This raises questions about the routine use of unfractionated heparin for VTE prophylaxis and supports the need for further consideration of risks and benefits of chemoprophylaxis after elective spine surgery.
Related Topics
Health Sciences Medicine and Dentistry Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation
Authors
, , , , , , , ,