Which are the optimal thromboprophylaxis strategies for hospitalized patients with COVID-19? current controversies

Vascular. 2024 Feb;32(1):220-225. doi: 10.1177/17085381221126235. Epub 2022 Sep 8.

Abstract

Novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) represents a significant risk factor for the development of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in hospitalized with both moderate and severe/critical COVID-19. Herein, we present a brief updated review on emerging robust data on diverse thromboprophylaxis strategies used to mitigate VTE complications, as well as a personal point of view of current controversies in regards the use of therapeutic and prophylactic anticoagulation strategies, particularly in the moderately-ill subgroup of patients with COVID-19.

Keywords: COVID-19; heparins; outcomes; therapeutic anticoagulation; thromboprophylaxis; venous thromboembolism.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Anticoagulants / adverse effects
  • Blood Coagulation
  • COVID-19*
  • Humans
  • SARS-CoV-2
  • Venous Thromboembolism* / diagnosis
  • Venous Thromboembolism* / etiology
  • Venous Thromboembolism* / prevention & control

Substances

  • Anticoagulants