Question

A 72-year-old woman undergoes elective total hip arthroplasty. According to Thrombosis Canada guidelines, which thromboprophylaxis strategy is recommended postoperatively?

Accepted Answer

Pharmacologic thromboprophylaxis for 4-6 weeks after surgery

Answer

No pharmacologic prophylaxis is required if she mobilises early

Answer

A single prophylactic dose of LMWH immediately post-op only

Answer

Aspirin alone for 2 days only

Answer

Delayed prophylaxis starting 2 weeks after surgery

Practice question

A 72-year-old woman undergoes elective total hip arthroplasty. According to Thrombosis Canada guidelines, which thromboprophylaxis strategy is recommended postoperatively?