Why the study?
What is the optimal strategy for thromboprophylaxis to prevent venous thromboembolism after total hip replacement?
Population
Patients undergoing total hip replacement (THR)
Design
Review
Authors
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Supports routine prophylaxis with warfarin or LMWH after THR; leaves aspirin's role open pending randomized trials.
What is the optimal strategy for thromboprophylaxis to prevent venous thromboembolism after total hip replacement?
Routine thromboprophylaxis is essential after total hip replacement, with warfarin and LMWH being established options and postdischarge prophylaxis recommended.
Oakes et al. (2001) studied this question.
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