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. 2009 Feb;22(1):34–40. doi: 10.1055/s-0029-1202884

Table 5.

Venous Thromboembolism Prophylaxis Recommendation

GCS, graded compression stockings; IPCD, intermittent pneumatic compression device; LMWH, low-molecular-weight heparin; LDUH, low-dose unfractionated heparin.
Modified from Geerts et al.10,23
Low risk Early ambulation
Moderate risk LMWH, LDUH, or fondaparinux
High risk LMWH, LDUH, or fondaparinux
Highest risk LMWH, LDUH, or fondaparinux + GCS and/or IPCD