Pulmonary embolism after hip arthroscopy.
case_report · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1007/s00167-010-1392-x.
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Abstract
A case of pulmonary embolus after elective hip arthroscopy is reported. The incidence of thromboembolic events after such procedures is currently unknown, and the decision regarding whether to provide prophylaxis rests on anecdotal evidence.
Medical subject headings
- Arthroscopy
- Hip Joint
- Postoperative Complications
- Pulmonary Embolism
Anatomy
- hip