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Noninvasive Detection and Prevention of Deep‐Vein Thrombosis in the Geriatric Patient
Author(s) -
Lee Bok Y.,
Thoden William R.,
Trainor Frieda S.,
Kavner David
Publication year - 1980
Publication title -
journal of the american geriatrics society
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.992
H-Index - 232
eISSN - 1532-5415
pISSN - 0002-8614
DOI - 10.1111/j.1532-5415.1980.tb00511.x
Subject(s) - medicine , deep vein , plethysmograph , thrombosis , venous thrombosis , vein , venous stasis , lower limbs venous ultrasonography , cardiology , surgery
Noninvasive methods for the early detection of, and prevention of deep‐vein thrombosis can significantly reduce postoperative morbidity and mortality in the elderly due to venous thromboembolism. The technique of venous impedance plethysmography provides a rapid means of assessing the patency of the venous system by detecting changes in venous volume and maximum venous outflow, thus providing for early detection of deep‐vein thrombosis. Prevention of deep‐vein thrombosis can be accomplished through use of external intermittent pneumatic compression. This technique prevents venous stasis and stimulates the natural fibrinolytic activity of the vein‐wall endothelium.