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Electrolytic Inferior Vena Cava Model (EIM) of Venous Thrombosis
Published on: July 12, 2011
What is new in the prophylaxis and treatment of venous thromboembolism?
1Department of Surgery, University of Lund, Malmö General Hospital, 21401 Malmö, Sweden.
Abstract:
Deep venous thrombosis continues to be a frequent complication of surgery and trauma. The topic is controversial with regard to diagnosis, indication for prophylaxis, and suitable methods for prophylaxis and therapy. We review some of the highlights of the extensive literature in this field during the last few years. Particular emphasis is given to new trends in diagnostic methods, newly discovered genetic factors for thrombophilia, and the use of heparins for prophylaxis and therapy of thromboembolic disease.
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