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Is chemical antithrombotic prophylaxis effective in elective thoracolumbar spine surgery? Results of a systematic review

Study design: Systematic review Study rationale and context: There is controversy regarding the efficacy and safety of chemical prophylaxis to prevent deep venous thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) in elective spinal procedures.Commonly performed elective spine surgeries done through a pos...

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Main Authors: Schuster, James M., Fischer, Dena, Dettori, Joseph R.
Format: Online Article Text
Language:English
Published: © AOSpine International 2010
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Online Access:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3623098/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23637666
http://dx.doi.org/10.1055/s-0028-1100913