Journal article
VTE Prophylaxis in Critically Ill Adults A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Critically ill adults are at increased risk of VTE, including DVT, and pulmonary embolism. Various agents exist for venous thromboprophylaxis in this population.
RESEARCH QUESTION: What is the comparative efficacy and safety of prophylaxis agents for prevention of VTE in critically ill adults?
Authors
Fernando SM; Tran A; Cheng W; Sadeghirad B; Arabi YM; Cook DJ; Møller MH; Mehta S; Fowler RA; Burns KEA
Journal
CHEST Journal, Vol. 161, No. 2, pp. 418–428
Publisher
Elsevier
Publication Date
February 2022
DOI
10.1016/j.chest.2021.08.050
ISSN
0012-3692