Venous Thromboembolism After Shoulder Arthoplasty and Arthroscopy. Issue 8 (15th April 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Rapp, Catherine M.; Shields, Edward J.; Wiater, Brett P.; Wiater, J. Michael
• Is Part Of: Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Volume 27:Issue 8(2019)
• Publication Date: 2019-04-15
• Subjects: Orthopedics -- Periodicals; Orthopedic surgery -- Periodicals; Joint Diseases -- Periodicals; Orthopedics -- Periodicals; Orthopedic surgery; Orthopedics; Periodicals; 616.7005
• DOI: 10.5435/JAAOS-D-17-00763
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1067-151X

Abstract

Abstract : Venous thromboembolism (VTE) in the orthopaedic literature largely focuses on lower extremity trauma and arthroplasty, with relatively few investigations of VTE after shoulder surgery. Because the rate of shoulder surgery, especially arthroplasty, continues to expand, it is important for practicing surgeons to understand the magnitude of risk, potential consequences, and prevention methods with regard to VTE. VTE after shoulder surgery has been a topic of increasing interest over the past decade, and the purpose of this review is to examine the recent literature on pathophysiology, risk factors, incidence, diagnosis, sequelae, prevention, treatment, and current recommendations regarding VTE after shoulder surgery.