Research Article: Incidence and Distribution of Deep Vein Thrombosis Following Total Hip Arthroplasty Using an Anterolateral Supine Approach
Introduction:
Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a potential major complication in patients undergoing total hip arthroplasty (THA). VTE consists of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE). It is well known that postoperative immobility is a risk factor for DVT following THA. Therefore, early ambulation is recommended.
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