Why the study?
What is the incidence of DVT in Indian patients undergoing THA or TKA without prophylaxis?
What is the incidence of DVT in Indian patients undergoing THA or TKA without prophylaxis?
The incidence of DVT in Indian patients undergoing THA or TKA without risk factors is very low, suggesting routine prophylaxis may not be cost-effective in this population.
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Low DVT rates without prophylaxis should not yet change practice; leaves open confirmation in larger prospective trials.
Jain et al. (2004) studied this question.
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