ExPeKT--Exploring prevention and knowledge of venous thromboembolism: a two-stage, mixed-method study protocol.

ABSTRACT: There is little awareness of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in the public arena. Most commonly known causes are-travellers' thrombosis and thrombosis associated with oral contraception, both frequently referred to in the media. However, VTE is a substantial healthcare problem, resulting in mortality, morbidity and economic cost. Most hospitalised patients have one or more risk factors for VTE. Around 60% of people undergoing hip or knee replacement will suffer a deep vein thrombosis without preventative intervention. Studies demonstrate a risk reduction for VTE of up to 70% with preventative medicine for medical and surgical conditions: cancer, orthopaedic surgery, general surgery and acutely ill medical admissions. Results will be used to identify methods of increasing knowledge of VTE prev

SUBMITTER: McFarland L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3641496 | biostudies-literature | 2013

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature