Prophylaxis against venous thromboembolism in neurointensive care patients: Survey of Canadian practice Scales DC et al. - Most Canadian physicians reported using anticoagulant thromboprophylaxis after neurosurgery, although practice patterns differed as to when and for whom. The results suggest there is equipoise regarding the use of anticoagulation thromboprophylaxis in neurosurgical patients. Therefore randomized controlled trials are justifiable and needed to guide clinicians. [more...]
