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Updates in venous thromboembolism management: evidence published in 2016
Matthew Bartlett1, Karen F Mauck1, Dennis M Bierle1
1a Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine , Mayo Clinic , Rochester , USA.
Hospital Practice (1995)
|June 13, 2017
Summary
This study identifies key 2016 articles on venous thromboembolic disease (VTE) management for non-specialist providers. It highlights practice-changing evidence to simplify staying updated on VTE care.
Area of Science:
- Medical research
- Clinical evidence synthesis
Background:
- Venous thromboembolic disease (VTE) management guidelines are evolving.
- Keeping up with practice-changing evidence is challenging for healthcare providers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify the most important practice-informing articles on VTE management published in 2016.
- To assist non-specialist providers in staying current with VTE care.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature search limited to 2016 publications.
- Screening of 3819 abstracts by two independent reviewers.
- Consensus on 7 key articles using a modified Delphi method.
Main Results:
- Seven high-quality, clinically relevant articles on VTE management were selected.
- Articles were chosen based on relevance to non-specialist providers and potential for practice change.
Conclusions:
- This curated list provides essential, evidence-based updates for VTE management.
- Facilitates informed decision-making for non-specialist providers managing VTE.
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