Record Status This is a bibliographic record of a published health technology assessment. No evaluation of the quality of this assessment has been made for the HTA database. Citation Pneumatic compression for prevention of deep vein thrombosis following knee surgery. Lansdale: HAYES, Inc.. Directory Publication. 2013 Authors' conclusions The purpose of pneumatic compression therapy is to prevent blood clots by improving venous blood flow in the legs by repeatedly applying waves of pressure to the feet or legs. After knee surgery, the goal of this therapy is to prevent or reduce the extent of lower extremity deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. Indexing Status Subject indexing assigned by CRD MeSH Knee Joint; Pressure; Thrombophlebitis; Venous Thrombosiss Language Published English Country of organisation United States English summary An English language summary is available. Address for correspondence HAYES, Inc., 157 S. Broad Street, Suite 200, Lansdale, PA 19446, USA. Tel: 215 855 0615; Fax: 215 855 5218 Email: hayesinfo@hayesinc.com AccessionNumber 32013000821 Date abstract record published 13/11/2013 |