Sex differences in thromboprophylaxis of the critically ill: a secondary analysis of a randomized trial.

Karen E A BurnsDiane Heels-AnsdellLehana ThabaneSusan R KahnFrancois LauzierSangeeta MehtaMarlies OstermannPulkit BhuptaniMark A CrowtherSimon FinferDeborah J Cooknull null

Published in: Canadian journal of anaesthesia = Journal canadien d'anesthesie (2023)

We found an effect modification by sex of thromboprophylaxis on VTE in critically ill patients that requires confirmation. Our findings highlight the need for sex- and gender-based analyses in acute care research.

Keyphrases

venous thromboembolism
acute care
direct oral anticoagulants
atrial fibrillation