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ArticleGlobal spine journal2021

Venous Thromboembolism Prophylaxis in Elective Spine Surgery.

Samantha Solaru, Ram K Alluri, Jeffrey C Wang, Raymond J Hah

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Article in Global spine journal, 2021. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 11 papers.

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  1. Development of a predictive model for postoperative erectile function recovery in male patients with incomplete traumatic cervical spinal cord injury.European spine journal : official publication of the European Spine Society, the European Spinal Deformity Society, and the European Section of the Cervical Spine Research Society · 2026
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Samantha Solaru5116University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3371-3395
Ram K AlluriyKeck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Orthopaedic Surgery, CA, USA.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5919-707X
Jeffrey C WangFAAOS, USC Spine Center, CA, USA.
Raymond J HahUniversity of Southern California Keck School of Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery, CA, USA.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7513-3519

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

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objectiveVenothromboembolic (VTE) complications, composed of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism are commonly observed in the perioperative setting. There are approximately 500 000 postoperative VTE cases annually in the United States and orthopedic procedures contribute significantly to this incidence. Data on the use of VTE prophylaxis in elective spinal surgery is sparse. This review aims to provide an updated consensus within the literature defining the risk factors, diagnosis, and the safety profile of routine use of pharmacological prophylaxis for VTE in elective spine surgery patients.

methodsA comprehensive review of the literature and compilation of findings relating to current identified risk factors for VTE, diagnostic methods, and prophylactic intervention and safety in elective spine surgery.

resultsVTE prophylaxis use is still widely contested in elective spine surgery patients. The outlined benefits of mechanical prophylaxis compared with chemical prophylaxis varies among practitioners.

conclusionThe benefits of any form of VTE prophylaxis continues to remain a controversial topic in the elective spine surgery setting. A specific set of guidelines for implementing prophylaxis is yet to be determined. As more risk factors for thromboembolic events are identified, the complexity surrounding intervention selection increases. The benefits of prophylaxis must also continue to be balanced against the increased risk of bleeding events and neurologic injury.

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deep vein thrombosiselective spine surgeryepidural hematomaprophylaxispulmonary embolismvenous thromboembolism

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PMCPMC8351068

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