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A venous foot pump reduces thrombosis after total hip replacement
1Princess Elizabeth Orthopaedic Hospital, Exeter, Devon, England.
The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. British Volume
|January 1, 1992
Summary
The A-V Impulse System significantly reduced deep-vein thrombosis after hip replacement surgery. This device offers a safe and effective method for preventing blood clots in high-risk patients.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Vascular Medicine
- Medical Device Technology
Background:
- Deep-vein thrombosis (DVT) is a significant risk following total hip replacement.
- Effective prevention strategies are crucial to reduce postoperative complications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of the A-V Impulse System in preventing DVT.
- To assess the safety and clinical significance of DVT in patients undergoing total hip replacement.
Main Methods:
- Prospective, randomized controlled trial involving 84 patients.
- Comparison between the A-V Impulse System group and a control group.
- Venographic assessment for DVT diagnosis.
Main Results:
- DVT incidence was 40% in the control group versus 5% in the A-V Impulse System group (p < 0.001).
- Clinically significant DVT was substantially reduced with the device.
- No adverse reactions were reported during the study.
Conclusions:
- The A-V Impulse System is highly effective in preventing DVT post-total hip replacement.
- The device demonstrates a favorable safety profile.
- This technology represents a valuable tool for DVT prophylaxis in orthopedic surgery.