Question

A 70-year-old woman admitted for elective hip replacement is assessed for venous thromboembolism (VTE) risk. She has no contraindications to pharmacological prophylaxis. What is the most appropriate VTE prophylaxis?

Accepted Answer

Low molecular weight heparin plus mechanical prophylaxis

Answer

Aspirin alone

Answer

No prophylaxis is required for elective surgery

Answer

Oral warfarin started 2 days before surgery

Answer

Compression stockings alone in all patients

Practice question

A 70-year-old woman admitted for elective hip replacement is assessed for venous thromboembolism (VTE) risk. She has no contraindications to pharmacological prophylaxis. What is the most appropriate VTE prophylaxis?