Effect of Intermittent Pneumatic Compression Device on Reducing Deep Venous Thrombosis Occurrence among Trauma Patients
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https://doi.org/10.31674/mjn.2026.v18i02.011Abstract
Background: Deep vein thrombosis remains a significant global disease burden and is the leading cause of inpatient mortality in injured patients. As such, measures to prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) should be taken. Intermittent Pneumatic Compression Devices (IPCDs) are essential for preventing deep vein thrombosis by enhancing venous blood flow and reducing venous stasis. They provide a safe, non-invasive method of thromboprophylaxis. IPCDs help compensate for impaired muscle pump activity following injury or surgery. Their use contributes to improved circulation and reduced risk of thromboembolic complications in critically ill trauma patients. Objectives: The study aimed to evaluate the effect of intermittent pneumatic compression device on reducing deep venous thrombosis occurrence among trauma patients. Methods: The study was carried out at a trauma intensive care unit at Trauma Hospital of Assiut University, Egypt, using a quasi-experimental research design. A convenient sampling of 60 patients was used. Four tools were utilized to collect data- patient assessment tool, DVT risk factor assessment, DVT Incidence monitoring, and patients' outcomes tool. Results: The outcomes revealed that study populations were at high risk (0.0% and 43.3%), study versus control group for developing DVT, the difference between study populations was statistically significant (P-value=0.001*), There were significantly less thrombotic events in the patients that received intermittent pneumatic compression as compared to the control group, (3.3% and 26.7%), and Length of stay at Intensive Care Unit (ICU) was statistically significant, and on ventilation (P-value=0.029*), shorter in the intervention group. Recommendations: Implementation of Intermittent Pneumatic Compression device is effective and can decrease deep venous thrombosis incidence in trauma patients. Conclusion: The use of an intermittent pneumatic compression device significantly reduced the occurrence of deep venous thrombosis among trauma patients (3.3% versus 26.7%) and was associated with shorter durations of mechanical ventilation and ICU stay. As a safe, non-invasive method of thromboprophylaxis, the device offers a practical nursing intervention for lowering thromboembolic risk in critically ill trauma patients.
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Deep venous thrombosis, Intermittent pneumatic compression device, Occurrence, Trauma patientsDownloads
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