Use of Prophylactic Inferior Vena Cava Filters in Trauma

Authors

Ahmed A. Naiem, Department of Surgery, College of Medicine & Health Sciences, Sultan Qaboos University
Alreem K. Al-Hinai, Department of Surgery, College of Medicine & Health Sciences, Sultan Qaboos University
Rashid Al-Sukaiti, Departments of Radiology & Molecular Imaging , Sultan Qaboos University Hospital, Muscat, Oman
Hani Al-Qadhi, Departments of Surgery, Sultan Qaboos University Hospital, Muscat, Oman

Abstract

Venous thromboembolisms, specifically pulmonary embolisms (PEs), represent a significant burden on healthcare systems worldwide, particularly within the setting of trauma. According to the literature, PEs are the most common cause of in-hospital death; however, this condition can be prevented with a variety of prophylactic and therapeutic measures. This article aimed to examine current evidence on the use, indications for prophylaxis, outcomes and complications of prophylactic inferior vena cava filters in trauma patients.

Publication Date

2-2-2016

First Page

82

Last Page

85

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Recommended Citation

Naiem, Ahmed A.; Al-Hinai, Alreem K.; Al-Sukaiti, Rashid; and Al-Qadhi, Hani (2016) "Use of Prophylactic Inferior Vena Cava Filters in Trauma," Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal: Vol. 16: 82-85.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.18295/squmj.2016.16.01.015