Chemoprophylaxis Use and Risk of Venous Thromboembolism and Death in Adult Patients following Orthotopic Liver Transplantation

Conclusion:
Use of chemoprophylaxis and increasing amounts of blood products following orthotopic liver transplant was associated with increased mortality. A significant positive association was observed between blood product administration and VTE, while chemoprophylaxis use was not significantly associated with VTE. Larger prospective studies are necessary to further examine the significance of this finding.

Source: Journal of Pharmacy Practice - May 10, 2016 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Alexander, B. R., Antigua, A. D., Rosenberg, A. F., Caruso, L. J., Voils, S. A., LeClaire, A. C. Tags: Research Articles Source Type: research