The Journal of head trauma rehabilitation
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J Head Trauma Rehabil · Jul 2015
ReviewA Systematic Review of the Benefits and Risks of Anticoagulation Following Traumatic Brain Injury.
To synthesize the existing literature on benefits and risks of anticoagulant use after traumatic brain injury (TBI). ⋯ Pharmacological thromboprophylaxis appears to be safe among TBI patients with stabilized hemorrhagic patterns. More evidence is needed regarding effectiveness of PTP in preventing venous thromboembolism as well as preferred agent, dose, and timing for PTP.