Risk level analysis for deep vein thrombosis (DVT): A study of Turkish patients undergoing major orthopedic surgery

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a prevalent problem for orthopedic patients, particularly owing to the nature of operative interventions and treatment procedures, predisposing to an high risk of DVT. This descriptive study was conducted to determine the levels of risk, the risk factors, and their odds ratio for DVT in patients undergoing major orthopedic surgery. Data were collected using a Patient Information Form and the Autar DVT Risk Assessment Scale (DVTRAS) in orthopedic wards of a university hospital on postoperative day 2.
Source: Journal of Vascular Nursing - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: Article Source Type: research