Prospective implementation of a standardized screening protocol for deep venous thrombosis in abdominal surgical oncology patients.

Andrew J SinnamonJason K C TongElizabeth A BaileyCaitlin BrownLatesha ColbertShannon MurrayBenjamin M JacksonRobert E Roses

Published in: Journal of surgical oncology (2018)

Despite prophylaxis, the prevalence of occult DVT in abdominal oncologic surgery patients is considerable. Postoperative screening duplex can identify these events to guide management.

Keyphrases

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palliative care
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