Risk Factors and Preventive Measures of Venous Thromboembolism in Trauma Patients using Trauma Embolic Scoring System: A retrospective chart review

IF 1.8 4区医学 Q2 NURSING

International Emergency Nursing Pub Date : 2025-02-09 DOI:10.1016/j.ienj.2025.101585

Eun-Ji Choi , Hyunjin Oh

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Abstract

Background

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a major preventable complication in trauma patients, with varying incidence and risk factors across populations.

Aim/Objective

To categorize VTE risk in Korean trauma patients using the Trauma Embolic Scoring System (TESS) and assess the application of prophylaxis by risk level.

Methods

This retrospective study at Korea University Guro Hospital involved 1913 trauma patients over two years. Data on demographics, injury specifics, and preventive treatments were analyzed using TESS. The study examined general, mechanical, and chemical interventions for VTE prevention.

Results

Of the patients, 1.4% were diagnosed with VTE. The average TESS score was 3.20, indicating lower injury severity but higher percentages of surgeries over 2 h and serious injuries. The findings showed VTE occurrences even in patients with TESS scores below the high-risk threshold, particularly in limb injuries. Nurse-led interventions like early physical activity were most common in the low-risk group, while mechanical prophylaxis like anti-embolism stockings was also predominantly used in this group. Chemical prophylaxis showed consistent administration across groups, with 37.5% of the high-risk group receiving Low Molecular Weight Heparin (LMWH), although only a minority received it within the recommended 48-hour.

Conclusions

The study reveals a need for vigilant monitoring and intervention across all risk categories, underscoring the importance of tailored VTE prevention guidelines in South Korea. It highlights the role of comprehensive management, including patient education and adherence to updated guidelines.

Tweetable Abstract

New study categorizes VTE risk in Korean trauma patients using TESS, showing the need for tailored prophylaxis across risk levels #VTEPrevention #TraumaCare.

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International Emergency Nursing NURSING-

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期刊介绍： International Emergency Nursing is a peer-reviewed journal devoted to nurses and other professionals involved in emergency care. It aims to promote excellence through dissemination of high quality research findings, specialist knowledge and discussion of professional issues that reflect the diversity of this field. With an international readership and authorship, it provides a platform for practitioners worldwide to communicate and enhance the evidence-base of emergency care. The journal publishes a broad range of papers, from personal reflection to primary research findings, created by first-time through to reputable authors from a number of disciplines. It brings together research from practice, education, theory, and operational management, relevant to all levels of staff working in emergency care settings worldwide.