Randomized controlled trial of a new light weight battery operated calf compression device (Venowave) for prevention of venous thrombosis.
Open label randomized controlled trial of a new calf compression device (venowave) versus no Venowave device on background of standard care for prevention of venous thromboembolism in patients undergoing neurosurgery.
Hamilton Health Sciences
150 participants
May 3, 2009
Interventional
Conditions
Summary
The main purpose of the study is to establish if addition of Venowave devices to standard care in neurosurgical inpatients reduces the risk of venous thrombosis. We also aim to establish if the device is safe and well tolerated by patients.
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Interventions
Bilateral calf compression devices (Venowave) will be applied within 4 hours of surgery completion and will be continued for up to 24 hours per day (maximum tolerated) for study duration (7 days +/- 2 days). All patients will receive standard care consisting of early mobilization, graduated compression stockings and anticoagulant drugs as determined by their primary doctor.
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ACTRN12611000424909