Venous thromboembolic disease in colorectal patients.

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Author	McNally, Michael P. Burns, Christopher J.
Abstract	ABSTRACT Venous thromboembolic disease, which includes deep vein thromboses as well as pulmonary emboli, can be a significant complication in the postoperative patient. In particular, colorectal patients often carry a higher risk for venous thromboembolism when compared with patients undergoing other operative procedures. Features unique to colorectal patients are the high incidence of inflammatory bowel disease or malignancy. Typically, these patients will undergo lengthy pelvic procedures, which also contribute to a cumulative risk of venous thrombosis. It is critical that all patients and the proposed operative procedure are appropriately risk stratified. Risk stratification allows for easier implementation of an appropriate prophylactic strategy. There are a wide range of safe and effective mechanical and pharmacologic measures available. The authors provide very specific recommendations, but note that clinical judgment plays a significant role.
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ISSN	15310043
Volume Number	22
DOI	10.1055/s-0029-1202884
PubMed Central reference number	PMC2780231
Issue Number	1
PubMed reference number	20119554
Journal	Clin Colon Rectal Surg
e-ISSN	15309681
Language	English
Publisher	Thieme Medical Publishers
Publisher Date	2009-02-01
Access Restriction	Open
Subject Keyword	Deep vein thrombosis pulmonary embolism prophylaxis venous thromboembolism colorectal surgery
Content Type	Text
Resource Type	Article
Subject	Gastroenterology Surgery