Consider a Blended Approach to VTE Prophylaxis After Hip or Knee Replacement

May 2018

New evidence will raise questions about the role of aspirin for venous thromboembolism (VTE) prophylaxis after hip or knee replacement.

We're used to preventing VTE with an anticoagulant in these patients...and saving aspirin as a potentially less effective option.

But VTE risk with these surgeries is going down...due to newer techniques and post-op protocols that get patients up and moving early.

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Table of Contents

Antithrombotics Consider a Blended Approach to VTE Prophylaxis After Hip or Knee Replacement
Hypertension Fine-Tune BP Goals and Meds for Patients With Diabetes
HIV & AIDS Help Reduce HIV Risk With Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis for HIV
Appropriate Med Use Look for Meds That Can Come Off Most Med Lists
Renal & Urology Don't Jump to the New Desmopressin Nasal Spray (Noctiva) for Nocturia
Glaucoma Compare Vyzulta and Rhopressa to Other Glaucoma Meds
Ophthalmology Help Patients Avoid Common Eye Drop Errors
Pregnancy Ease Nausea and Vomiting Associated With Pregnancy
Practice Be Familiar With Nuances of REMS Requirements
Inhalers Match Inhaler Devices to Your Patient's Abilities