Journal Reviews

DVT prophylaxis in cranial procedures

1 March 2019 | | Neurotology, Skull Base Surgery | DVT, DVT prophylaxis, PE

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a result of disturbed balances in blood flow patterns, blood clotting factors promoting coagulation and vessel wall endothelial injury. The subsequent disruption of coagulation and fibrinolysis mechanisms lead to venous clot formation and propagation. The...