Clinical Practice Guideline for the Prevention of Venous Thromboembolism (Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism) in Patients Admitted to Australian Hospitals (2009)

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Summary information

Publishing date:

2009

Status:

Current

Reference number:

CP115

Available in print:

Yes

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Synopsis

This Guideline was developed by the National Health and Medical Research Council’s National Institute of Clinical Studies in collaboration with a 16 member multidisciplinary committee of experts. This Guideline provides evidence-based recommendations for the prevention of venous thromboembolism (blood clots), in adult surgical and medical patients and pregnant women admitted to Australian metropolitan, regional and rural hospitals.

Further information on VTE prevention activities and implementation resources

Prevention of Venous Thromboembolism in Patients Admitted to Australian Hospitals (PDF, 1.5MB)

Appendix D Evidence Tables (PDF, 6MB)

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