It is obvious that patients in ICU are prone to develop Deep Vein Thrombosis since they are confined to the bed and also due to their clinical conditions, hence DVT prophylaxis is essential in ICU patient care.

PATIENTS AT RISK:

Medical patients:

Surgical patients:

RISK FACTORS:

There are two varieties of Thromboprophylaxis.

PRIMARY: To prevent the incidence of DVT

SECONDARY: Early detection and management of DVT

It is less commonly used

LMWH DVT PROHYLAXIS:.

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