Venous thrombo-embolism, venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism are common complications in postoperative patients. This focused hand book covers the topics of epidemiology, screening and prophylaxis along with diagnosis and management of venous thrombo-embolism. It covers both mechanical and pharmacological methods of prophylaxis.
Venous thrombo-embolism, venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism are common complications in postoperative patients. This focused handbook covers the topics of epidemiology, screening, and prophylaxis along with diagnosis and management of venous thrombo-embolism. It covers both mechanical and pharmacological methods of prophylaxis and various drugs used in prevention and treatment viz. heparins (unfractionated and low molecular weight), anticoagulants (vitamin K antagonists and novel oral anticoagulants), etc. The A-Z format makes this book a useful practical guide. The approach will break the barriers to the use of venous thrombo-embolism prophylaxis in the minds of physicians.
Key Features
- Discusses the content in an innovative A-Z format
- Contains practical tips for day-to-day clinical management
- Examines the use of venous thrombo-embolism prophylaxis by practicing physicians and residents
