Asymptomatic DVT reduced, no reduction in symptomatic VTE with LMWH vs control in knee arthroscopy .
Efficacy and safety of low-molecular-weight heparin after knee arthroscopy: A meta-analysis
PLoS One. 2018 Jun 21;13(6):e0197868Seven randomized controlled trials were included in this meta-analysis which compared the efficacy and safety events between low molecular weight heparin and control for thromboprophylaxis in knee arthroscopy. Among pooled efficacy analyses, the only significant difference observed was a lower incidence of asymptomatic deep vein thrombosis among those administered LMWH; incidence of symptomatic venous thromboembolism did not significantly differ between LMWH and control. The incidence of minor bleeding events was significantly higher in LMWH groups, but no significant difference in the incidence of major bleeding events was observed.
Unlock the Full ACE Report
You have access to 4 more FREE articles this month.
Click below to unlock and view this ACE Reports
Unlock Now
Critical appraisals of the latest, high-impact randomized controlled trials and systematic reviews in orthopaedics
Access to OrthoEvidence podcast content, including collaborations with the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, interviews with internationally recognized surgeons, and roundtable discussions on orthopaedic news and topics
Subscription to The Pulse, a twice-weekly evidence-based newsletter designed to help you make better clinical decisions
Exclusive access to original content articles, including in-house systematic reviews, and articles on health research methods and hot orthopaedic topics
Or upgrade today and gain access to all OrthoEvidencecontent for as little as $1.99 per week.
Already have an account? Log in
0 of 4 monthly FREE articles unlocked
