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[Postoperative pulmonary embolism].

A Larcan1, M C Laprevote-Heully, P E Bollaert

  • 1Service de Réanimation, Centre Hospitalier Régional de Nancy.

Phlebologie
|January 1, 1989
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Post-operative thrombo-embolic disease, including pulmonary and peripheral manifestations, frequently occurs after surgery. Early diagnosis and treatment, considering patient background and procedure type, are crucial for managing this condition.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Science
  • Surgical Complications
  • Thromboembolic Disease

Context:

  • Post-operative thrombo-embolic disease remains a significant clinical challenge despite prophylaxis advancements.
  • Analysis of 60 case reports highlights the prevalence of peripheral and pulmonary manifestations.
  • Orthopaedic (60%) and pelvic (20%) surgeries are frequently associated procedures.

Purpose:

  • To analyze the characteristics and management of post-operative thrombo-embolic disease.
  • To specify the role of surgical procedures, event chronology, and patient background factors.
  • To evaluate diagnostic methods and treatment strategies, including anticoagulation, thrombolysis, and surgery.

Summary:

  • Thromboembolic events often manifest between D8 and D18 post-surgery, with early embolism possible between D1-D3.

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  • Diagnosis relies on non-specific clinical signs, scintigraphy, and angiography, with a need to rule out proximal venous thrombosis.
  • Treatment involves heparin, thrombolytics (Urokinase, Plasminogen), or surgery for massive forms, considering delays and procedure type.
  • Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia presents a frequent and challenging complication in surgical patients.

    • Impact:

    • Provides insights into the timing and common surgical procedures linked to thromboembolic events.
    • Emphasizes the importance of comprehensive diagnostic workup, including angiography and proximal thrombosis screening.
    • Informs treatment decisions by considering procedure nature, delays, and the risk of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia.