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Dabigatran versus enoxaparin for prevention of venous thromboembolism after hip or knee arthroplasty: A pooled analysis of three trials by Friedman, R.J, Dahl, O.E, Rosencher, N, Caprini, J.A, Kurth, A.A, Francis, C.W, Clemens, A, Hantel, S, Schnee, J.M, Eriksson, B.I

“…Abstract Background Three randomized, double-blind trials compared dabigatran, an oral direct thrombin inhibitor, with enoxaparin for the primary prevention of…”
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Commentary on ‘Adjustable Velcro Compression Devices are More Effective than Inelastic Bandages in Reducing Venous Edema in the Initial Treatment Phase: A Randomized Controlled Trial’ by Caprini, J.A

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Prevention and treatment of venous thromboembolism--International Consensus Statement by Nicolaides, A N, Fareed, J, Kakkar, A K, Comerota, A J, Goldhaber, S Z, Hull, R, Myers, K, Samama, M, Fletcher, J, Kalodiki, E, Bergqvist, D, Bonnar, J, Caprini, J A, Carter, C, Conard, J, Eklof, B, Elalamy, I, Gerotziafas, G, Geroulakos, G, Giannoukas, A, Greer, I, Griffin, M, Kakkos, S, Lassen, M R, Lowe, G D, Markel, A, Prandoni, P, Raskob, G, Spyropoulos, A C, Turpie, A G, Walenga, J M, Warwick, D

“…The aim of this document is to provide a clear and concise account of the evidence regarding efficacy or harm for various methods available to prevent and…”
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Fondaparinux combined with intermittent pneumatic compression vs. intermittent pneumatic compression alone for prevention of venous thromboembolism after abdominal surgery: a randomized, double‐blind comparison by TURPIE, A. G. G., BAUER, K. A., CAPRINI, J. A., COMP, P. C., GENT, M., MUNTZ, J. E.

“…Background:  The benefit of combined mechanical and pharmacologic methods for venous thromboembolism prevention after abdominal surgery has not been clearly…”
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The outcome after treatment of venous thromboembolism is different in surgical and acutely ill medical patients. Findings from the RIETE registry by Monreal, M., Kakkar, A. K., Caprini, J. A., Barba, R., Uresandi, F., Valle, R., Suarez, C., Otero, R.

“…Background: The history of venous thromboembolism (VTE), and the rationale for thromboprophylaxis in surgical patients are well understood. The situation is…”
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Critical issues in deep vein thrombosis prevention by Caprini, J.A., MD

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Thrombophilia Testing in Patients with Venous Thrombosis by Caprini, J.A., Goldshteyn, S., Glase, C.J., Hathaway, K.

“…Routine thrombophilia testing is controversial because of the low yield of positive tests, costs involved, and debate about the clinical usefulness of the data…”
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Validation of a Patient-Completed Caprini Risk Score for Venous Thromboembolism Risk Assessment by Fuentes, H E, Paz, L H, Al-Ogaili, A, Andrade, X A, Oramas, D M, Salazar-Adum, J P, Diaz-Quintero, L, Acob, C, Tafur, A, Caprini, J

“…Individualized risk assessment for venous thromboembolism (VTE) using the Caprini risk score (CRS), coupled with targeted prophylaxis based on the score, is…”
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Can combined (mechanical and pharmacological) modalities prevent fatal VTE? by Kakkos, S K, Caprini, J A, Geroulakos, G, Nicolaides, A N, Stansby, G P, Tsolakis, I A, Reddy, D J

“…The aim of this paper was to perform a systemic review and meta-analysis of the efficacy of combined modalities (intermittent pneumatic leg compression and…”
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Combined Intermittent Pneumatic Leg Compression and Pharmacological Prophylaxis for Prevention of Venous Thrombo-Embolism in High-Risk Patients by Kakkos, S.K, Caprini, J.A, Geroulakos, G, Nicolaides, A.N, Stansby, G.P, Reddy, D.J

“…Abstract Background It has been suggested that combined modalities (methods of treatment) are more effective than single modalities in preventing venous…”
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Venous Ulcers by Caprini, J.A., MD, MS, FACS, RVT, Partsch, H., MD, Simman, R., MD, FACS, FACCWS

“…Abstract Venous leg ulcers are the most frequent form of wounds seen in patients. This article presents an overview on some practical aspects concerning…”
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Dabigatran etexilate and concomitant use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or acetylsalicylic acid in patients undergoing total hip and total knee arthroplasty: no increased risk of bleeding by Friedman, Richard J, Kurth, Andreas, Clemens, Andreas, Noack, Herbert, Eriksson, Bengt I, Caprini, Joseph A

“…Patients undergoing total hip or knee arthroplasty should receive anticoagulant therapy because of the high risk of venous thromboembolism. However, many are…”
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Thrombophilia by Nicolaides, Andrew, Hull, Russell D, Fareed, Jawed

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Evaluation of Therapeutic Compression Stockings in the Treatment of Chronic Venous Insufficiency by Motykie, G.D., Caprini, J.A., Arcelus, J.I., Reyna, J.J., Overom, E., Mokhtee, D.

“…Background. Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) affects a significant portion of the world’s population, causing substantial morbidity and medical expenditure…”
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Diagnosis and anticoagulant treatment by Nicolaides, Andrew, Hull, Russell D, Fareed, Jawed

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Clinical assessment of venous thromboembolic risk in surgical patients by Caprini, J A, Arcelus, J I, Hasty, J H, Tamhane, A C, Fabrega, F

“…Prophylaxis against postoperative venous thromboembolism should be tailored according to the patient's level of risk. However, risk assessment is not yet in…”
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Postoperative hypercoagulability and deep-vein thrombosis after laparoscopic cholecystectomy by CAPRINI, J. A, ARCELUS, J. I, LAUBACH, M, SIZE, G, HOFFMAN, K. N, COATS, R. W, BLATTNER, S

“…Patients who undergo laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) are operated on under general anesthesia, in a reverse Trendelenburg position, with 12-15-mmHg…”
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A guide to venous thromboembolism risk factor assessment by MOTYKIE, G. D, ZEBALA, L. P, CAPRINI, J. A, LEE, C. E, ARCELUS, J. I, REYNA, J. J, COHEN, E. B, COURTNEY, T, SULLIVAN, L. J

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Treatment for patients with cancer by Nicolaides, Andrew, Hull, Russell D, Fareed, Jawed

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Combined modalities in surgical patients by Nicolaides, Andrew, Hull, Russell D, Fareed, Jawed

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