Incidence of thromboembolism and thromboprophylaxis in medical patients admitted to specialized hospital in Ethiopia using Padua prediction score.

Mulugeta AsmamawWubet HungnawAchenef MotbainorHanan Muzeyin KedirTamrat Assefa Tadesse

Published in: SAGE open medicine (2022)

Nearly half of the patients were at risk of developing venous thromboembolism. Underutilization of thromboprophylaxis and inappropriate use of prophylaxis were commonly seen in Tibebe Ghion Specialized Hospital.

Keyphrases

venous thromboembolism
direct oral anticoagulants
healthcare
end stage renal disease
palliative care
ejection fraction
chronic kidney disease
prognostic factors
risk factors
acute care
adverse drug
emergency department
patient reported