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Prophylactic strategies for venous thromboembolism in neurosurgery and neurology patients dramatically reduce the incidence of thromboembolism, with benefits typically exceeding bleeding risks.
Adequate prophylaxis and treatment strategies, including newer agents like low molecular weight heparins, are essential for managing the high risk of venous thromboembolism in neurosurgery and neurology patients.
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Supports VTE prophylaxis consideration in neurosurgery; leaves open optimal regimens and net benefit confirmation from RCTs.
Hamilton et al. (1994) conducted a review in Venous thromboembolism in neurosurgery and neurology patients. Prophylaxis and treatment strategies (including heparin, warfarin, low molecular weight heparins) was evaluated. Prophylactic strategies for venous thromboembolism in neurosurgery and neurology patients dramatically reduce the incidence of thromboembolism, with benefits typically exceeding bleeding risks.
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