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SynthesisAnnals of medicine2026

Risk factors of venous thromboembolism in ICU patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Xiaoli Yang, Xiaoli Zhou, Yuehong Qiu

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3 authors.

Xiaoli YangDepartment of Critical Care Medicine, Zhejiang Hospital, Hangzhou, China.
Xiaoli ZhouDepartment of Critical Care Medicine, Zhejiang Hospital, Hangzhou, China.
Yuehong QiuDepartment of Critical Care Medicine, Zhejiang Hospital, Hangzhou, China.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

objectiveThis study aimed to identify risk factors associated with the development of VTE in patients admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU).

methodsA systematic literature search was conducted

resultsA total of 2465 relevant studies were identified through the systematic search, of which 30 were included in the meta-analysis. The pooled data showed that the following were significant risk factors for venous thromboembolism (VTE) in ICU patients: central venous catheterization (OR = 2.67, 95% CI: 1.67-4.28;

conclusionInvasive mechanical ventilation, central venous catheterization, and elevated D-dimer levels are associated with VTE risk, supported by relatively high-quality evidence. These findings may help identify ICU patients at higher risk of VTE, inform the development of risk assessment models for patient stratification, and ultimately contribute to improved prognosis through optimal screening and management strategies.

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Intensive Care UnitsVenous ThromboembolismAge FactorsCatheterization, Central VenousHumansLength of StayRespiration, ArtificialRisk FactorsIntensive caremeta-analysisrisk factorsvenous thrombosis

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PMID41527456
PMCPMC12802517

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