Related Experiment Video
Updated: Apr 17, 2026

Author Spotlight: Utilizing Venoplasty Balloon Model in Rodents to Simulate Surgical Interventions for Deep Veins
Published on: May 24, 2024
Postoperative risk of venous thromboembolism in rheumatic disease patients
1Weill Cornell Medical College, 186 Joralemon Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11201, USA, law9044@med.cornell.edu.
Abstract:
Both traditional and disease-related risk factors for venous thromboembolism (VTE) must be considered when assessing rheumatic disease patients preoperatively. While many studies suggest that patients with rheumatic diseases are at higher risk of VTE overall, studies in rheumatoid arthritis patients do not demonstrate an increased risk of postoperative VTE. Here, we review the literature on VTE risk in patients with rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, Behcet's disease, and vasculitis. The data suggest that disease activity is a driver of VTE risk. While rheumatoid arthritis patients undergoing elective arthroplasty are not at elevated VTE risk, patients with systemic lupus erythematosus and antiphospholipid antibody syndrome undergoing surgery have an elevated risk of postoperative VTE.
More Related Videos
Related Concept Videos
Venous Thrombosis III: Interprofessional Care
Venous Thrombosis IV: Nursing Management
Peripheral Artery Disease V: Postoperative Nursing Management
Venous Thrombosis I: Introduction
Rheumatic Heart Disease IV: Nursing Management
Rheumatic Heart Disease III: Medical Management

