Thromboembolism after hip surgery. Comparison of screening methods

Journal Article · Mon Sep 15 04:00:00 EDT 1986 · Postgrad. Med.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6935128

Mitsunaga, M M; Ferris, III, E B; Kong, A Y; Kistner, R L; Mayfield, G W; Lindberg, R F; Jones, D A

Venous thromboembolism is a serious and, often, asymptomatic complication of hip surgery. A reliable screening test is needed to detect thrombi early to prevent death from pulmonary emboli. Noninvasive screening tests were ineffective in our study of 453 patients. We recommend early use of ventilation/perfusion lung scanning in all patients after hip surgery. In those who have positive results, ascending venography can be used to localize the thrombus and anticoagulation therapy can be started early.

• Research Organization: Straub Clinic and Hospital, Honolulu, HI
• OSTI ID: 6935128
• Journal Information: Postgrad. Med.; (United States), Journal Name: Postgrad. Med.; (United States) Vol. 4; ISSN POMDA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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