Fatal Pulmonary Embolism following Achilles Tendon Repair: A Case Report and a Review of the Literature

Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) is a significant source of morbidity in orthopaedic surgery. It can progress to a pulmonary embolism, a significant source of mortality. Up to date, patients with Achilles tendon rupture routinely do not receive DVT chemical prophylaxis. We are presenting a case of fatal...

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Main Authors: Asim M. Makhdom, Simon Garceau, Ronald Dimentberg
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2013-01-01
Series:Case Reports in Orthopedics
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/401968
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