An unexpected complication of DVT prophylaxis
Manktelow, A.R.; Haddad, F.S.; Powles, D.P.
Acta Orthopaedica Belgica 63(2): 134-135
1997
ISSN/ISBN: 0001-6462 PMID: 9265802 Document Number: 481060
We report a case in which a complication of routine chemoprophylaxis with subcutaneous low-molecular-weight heparin led to the postponement of a total hip replacement. This unusual reaction reinforces the current debate regarding the use of chemoprophylaxis for joint replacement surgery.