The use of thigh-length graduated compression stockings did not reduce the occurrence of symptomatic or asymptomatic deep vein thrombosis when used after stroke, according to the results of the CLOTS ...

Deep venous thrombosis of the lower extremity is a potentially serious complication of total knee replacement. Either mechanical or pharmacologic prophylaxis against thromboembolic disease is routine ...

Antithrombotic medications are the mainstay of preventative therapy for deep-vein thrombosis (DVT); however, these drugs are associated with an increased risk of bleeding and are contraindicated in ...

Graduated compression stockings were used incorrectly in 29 percent of the patients and sized incorrectly in 26 percent of the patients according to new research. These stockings play an important ...

...national stroke guidelines recommending the use of graduated compression stockings need to be updated Thigh-length graduated compression stockings offer no additional benefit over routine care for ...

Background: After an acute deep venous thrombosis (DVT) of the lower limb, 20% to 63% of patients develop post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS). In this review, we address the efficacy of compression therapy ...

Sequential compression devices are used to reduce venous stasis and deep venous thrombosis after joint replacement. Thigh-length, calf-length, and foot compression devices were compared in using ...