Ankle fracture patients at higher risk of venous thromboembolism

Published On 2021-10-18 10:23 GMT   |   Update On 2021-10-25 05:41 GMT

Some of the most common and impactful complications of operatively treated ankle fractures include wound necrosis, surgical site infection, malunion, nonunion, and posttraumatic ankle arthritis.

A new study by Dr. Keerat dr MD, MSc, and team reported that there was a 90-day incidence of venous thromboembolism among patients discharged from the Emergency Department (ED) with ankle fractures requiring immobilization was 1.3%.

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Ankle Fracture Patients At Higher Risk Of Venous Thromboembolism: Study

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