SynthesisPhlebology2020
Risks and contraindications of medical compression treatment - A critical reappraisal. An international consensus statement.
Synthesis in Phlebology, 2020. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It is linked to trial NCT06603961 (Efficacy of Customized Pressure-Guided Elastic Bandages in Preventing Postoperative Edema and Complications in Coronary Artery Bypass Graft), which is not on this map. Cited by 34 papers, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.
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The trial behind it
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Efficacy of Customized Pressure-Guided Elastic Bandages in Preventing Postoperative Edema and Complications in Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Patients: A Comparative Study of Compression Therapy and Standard Post-CABG Care.
Who cites it
34 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- Compression for preventing recurrence of venous ulcers.The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2024Pooled it
- Heel-Free Compression Bandaging for Venous Leg Ulcers: A Non-Inferiority Trial of Interface Pressure.International wound journal · 2026Trial
- Comparing The Effects of Compression Contrast Therapy and Dry Needling on Muscle Functionality, Pressure Pain Threshold, and Perfusion after Isometric Fatigue in Forearm Muscles of Combat Sports Athletes: A Single-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial.Journal of sports science & medicine · 2024Trial
- A randomized controlled trial of standard vs customized graduated elastic compression stockings in patients with chronic venous disease.Journal of vascular surgery. Venous and lymphatic disorders · 2024Trial
- Lymphatic venous anastomosis and complex decongestive therapy for lymphoedema: randomized clinical trial.The British journal of surgery · 2024Trial
- An Update on Post-Surgical Wound Healing Management and Lower-Cost Alternatives: A Narrative Review for Healthcare Providers.Health science reports · 2026Article
- Ex Vivo Study of the Vasomotor and Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Class 2 Elastic Venous Compression Devices Combined with Diosmetin-3-O-β-D-Glucuronide.Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- The dilemma of thromboprophylaxis in stroke patients.Clinical medicine (London, England) · 2026Review
- Does Staff Education Increase Sequential Compression Device Utilization: A Retrospective Study.HCA healthcare journal of medicine · 2026Article
- A Geriatric Case of Tourniquet-Like Foot Scarring Caused by Loose Woolen Stockings Successfully Treated at Home.Cureus · 2025Article
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- Pulmonary Embolism in Acute Ischaemic Stroke: Evolving Evidence, Diagnostic Challenges, and a Novel Thromboinflammatory Axis Hypothesis.International journal of molecular sciences · 2025Review
- Therapeutic applications of natural products in the management of venous diseases: a comprehensive review.Inflammopharmacology · 2025Review
- A survey of sports and rehabilitation professionals on foam rolling applications, contraindications, and adverse events - does the science reach professionals' perceptions?Frontiers in physiology · 2025Article
- Complete decongestive therapy phase 1: an expert consensus document.Medical oncology (Northwood, London, England) · 2024Article
- Haemodynamic effect of a leg compression bandage on the distal posterior tibial artery using 4D flow magnetic resonance imaging: A quantitative study.International wound journal · 2024Article
- Indications, contraindications, side effects, general assessment, and outlook for the future: An International Compression Club survey.Phlebology · 2024Article
- Compression therapy in the management of varicose veins.Phlebology · 2024Article
- Black holes in compression therapy: A quest for data.Journal of vascular surgery. Venous and lymphatic disorders · 2024Review
- Effect of Conservative Rehabilitation Interventions on Health-Related Quality of Life in Women with Upper Limb Lymphedema Secondary to Breast Cancer: A Systematic Review.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Review
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Abstract
objectivesMedical compression therapy is used for non-invasive treatment of venous and lymphatic diseases. Medical compression therapy-associated adverse events and contraindications have been reported, although some contraindications are theoretically based. This consensus statement provides recommendations on medical compression therapy risks and contraindications.
methodsA systematic literature search of medical compression therapy publications reporting adverse events up until November 2017 was performed. A consensus panel comprising 15 international experts critically reviewed the publications and formulated the recommendations.
resultsSixty-two publications reporting medical compression therapy adverse events were identified. The consensus panel issued 21 recommendations on medical compression therapy contraindications and adverse event risk mitigation, in addition to reviewing medical compression therapy use in borderline indications. The most frequently reported non-severe medical compression therapy-associated adverse events included skin irritation, discomfort and pain. Very rare but severe adverse events, including soft tissue and nerve injury, were also identified.
conclusionThis consensus statement summarises published medical compression therapy-associated adverse events and contraindications, and provides guidance on medical compression therapy. Severe medical compression therapy-associated adverse events are very rarely encountered if compression is used correctly and contraindications are considered.
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