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Short-term versus extended chemoprophylaxis against venous thromboembolism in DIEP flap breast reconstruction: A retrospective study of 424 patients.

C AwaidaN TrabelsiJ Bou-MerhiC BernierA GagnonP HarrisA TchakmakianA DragomirA Odobescu
Published in: Annales de chirurgie plastique et esthetique (2024)
In our experience, short-term anticoagulation during the hospital stay is equivalent to extended thromboprophylaxis in terms of DVT/PE prevention.
Keyphrases
  • breast reconstruction
  • venous thromboembolism
  • direct oral anticoagulants
  • healthcare
  • atrial fibrillation
  • emergency department
  • acute care
  • adverse drug
  • soft tissue