Table 2 Use of pneumatic compression devices (PCD) and thromboembolic stockings (TEDs) for venous thromboembolism (VTE) prophylaxis in the intensive care unit (ICU) as reported by 29 Canadian ICU Directors
From: Prevention and diagnosis of venous thromboembolism in critically ill patients: a Canadian survey
| Â | PCD | TEDs |
|---|---|---|
All ICU patients | 4 (12.5) | 1 (3.1) |
High risk of VTE (e.g. spinal cord injury) | 7 (21.9) | 1 (3.1) |
Active bleeding | 11 (34.4) | 17 (53.1) |
Recent bleeding | 12 (37.5) | 17 (53.1) |
High risk of bleeding (e.g. coagulopathy) | 7 (21.9) | 17 (53.1) |
Possible heparin-induced thrombocytopenia | 5 (15.6) | 8 (25.0) |
Never | 11 (34.4) | 8 (25.0) |