Understanding When to Start LMWH After Surgery
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According to research published by the National Institutes of Health, the timing for initiating low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH) post-surgery is a critical variable that significantly impacts venous thromboembolism (VTE) prevention. A fine balance must be struck between administering anticoagulation early enough to prevent clot formation and delaying it sufficiently to allow for surgical site healing and minimize major bleeding risk. The decision on when to start LMWH after surgery is complex and depends on multiple patient- and procedure-specific factors.
