Articles: compression-stockings.
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The incidence of venous thromboembolism (VT) in neurosurgical practice is astonishingly high, representing a major cause of morbidity and mortality. Prophylaxis strategies include elastic stockings, low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH), and intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) devices. ⋯ This study, despite its limitations of the nonrandomized design, seems to suggest that perioperative IPC devices are a non-negligible support in the prophylaxis of clinically symptomatic DVT and PE.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2018
The level of awareness and the attitude of patients recommended for use of compression stockings in Turkish society, and investigation of the factors affecting their use.
The purpose of this study was to reveal the treatment outlook, usage habits, and factors affecting these habits, in addition to providing suggestions for solutions for patients who are frequently recommended the use of compression stockings as treatment for conditions such as chronic venous insufficiency, deep vein thrombosis, lymphedema, and pregnancy. ⋯ In many guidelines, use of compression stockings is the cornerstone of treatment of venous diseases. However, when the treatment incompatibility of the patients is taken into account, many duties fall to the doctors. The first of these is to inform the patient about the treatment and to answer any questions from the patients. In addition, the socioeconomic and sociocultural status of patients should be considered by the doctors.
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Journal of critical care · Aug 2017
Prevalence of graduated compression stocking-associated pressure injuries in surgical intensive care units.
This study aimed to determine the prevalence of static graduated compression stocking (sGCS)-associated pressure injury among patients in surgical intensive care units (ICUs). ⋯ Pressure injuries are a notable complication of sGCS in surgical ICU patients. Appropriate measures are required to help avoid this potentially preventable harm.