Journal of plastic, reconstructive & aesthetic surgery : JPRAS
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J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg · Nov 2017
Multicenter StudyIncidence and risk factors for venous thromboembolism in bilateral breast reduction surgery: An analysis of the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program.
The risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in patients undergoing bilateral breast reduction surgery remains unknown. This study aimed to determine VTE incidence and risk factors in this patient cohort. ⋯ In bilateral breast reduction surgery, older patients, patients requiring blood transfusion, and patients who have unplanned return to the operating room are at an increased risk of developing postoperative VTE. These factors can be considered for patient risk-stratification and perioperative decision-making regarding VTE prevention.