Deep vein thrombosis prophylaxis practices among patients in a tertiary care hospital

Aswathy Sreekumar.R; Mrs. Preetha Carolin C

Volume : V, Issue : VIII, August - 2016

Deep vein thrombosis prophylaxis practices among patients in a tertiary care hospital

Aswathy Sreekumar. R, Mrs. Preetha Carolin C

Abstract :

 Hospital–acquired deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) are preventable problems that can increase mortality. Early assessment and recognition of risk as well as initiating appropriate prevention measures can prevent DVT or PE. The objectives were to assess the risk of deep vein thrombosis among patients and to assess the deep vein thrombosis prophylaxis practices. Methodology: Quantitative approach with a descriptive design was used. Data collected from 500 subjects using consecutive sampling technique from medical and surgical in patient units of Sree Gokulam Medical College Hospital, Venjaramoodu. Tools used were modified thrombosis risk assessment tool, American Chest Control Physician (ACCP) recommended guidelines for prevention of DVT and DVT signs and symptoms checklist. The data collected were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: 28.2% of subjects had highest risk and 1.6% had no risk for developing DVT. The study found that 29.4% received adequate prophylaxis, 7.2% of subjects received no prophylaxis. Signs and symptoms of DVT were developed among 58 subjects. There was a significant association between age and clinical signs and symptoms.