Management of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Prophylaxis in Trauma Patients

Shahram Paydar; Golnar Sabetian; Hosseinali Khalili; Javad Fallahi; Mohammad Tahami; Bizhan Ziaian; Hamid Reza Abbasi; Shahram Bolandparvaz; Fariborz Ghaffarpasand; Zahra Ghahramani

Volume 4, Issue 1 , January 2016, , Pages 1-7

Abstract
  Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PTE) are known as venous thromboembolism (VTE). DVT occurs when a thrombus (a blood clot) forms in deep veins of the body, usually in the lower extremities. It can cause swelling or leg pain, but sometimes may occur with no symptoms. Awareness of DVT ...  Read More

Tube Thoracostomy (Chest Tube) Removal in Traumatic Patients: What Do We Know? What Can We Do?

Shahram Paydar; Zahra Ghahramani; Hamed Ghoddusi Johari; Samad Khezri; Bizhan Ziaeian; Mohammad Ali Ghayyoumi; Mohammad Javad Fallahi; Mohammad Hadi Niakan; Golnar Sabetian; Hamid Reza Abbasi; Shahram Bolandparvaz

Volume 3, Issue 2 , April 2015, , Pages 37-40

Abstract
  Chest tube (CT) or tube thoracostomy placement is often indicated following traumatic injuries. Premature movement of the chest tube leads to increased hospital complications and costs for patients. Placement of a chest tube is indicated in drainage of blood, bile, pus, drain air, and other fluids. Although ...  Read More