Individual risk factors predictive of venous thromboembolism in patients with temporary lower limb immobilization due to injury: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT: Essentials Thromboprophylaxis after lower limb injury is often based on complex risk stratification. Our systematic review identified variables predicting venous thromboembolism (VTE) in this group. Age and injury type were commonly reported to increase the odds of VTE (odds ratio 1.5-3.48). We found limited evidence to support the use of other risk factors within prediction models. SUMMARY: Background Patients immobilized after lower limb injury are at risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE). There is international variation in the use of thromboprophylaxis for such patients. Risk-based strategies have been adopted to aid decision making in many settings. The accuracy of these strategies is unclear. Objectives A systematic review was undertaken to identify all individual patient-identifiable

SUBMITTER: Horner D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6392108 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature