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Deep venous thrombosis prophylaxis in laparoscopy: An evidence-based review

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  1. Ochsner Clinic, 1514 Jefferson Highway, New Orleans, LA, 70121, USA

    William S. Richardson

  2. Michigan State University, Flint, MI, USA

    Keith Apelgren

  3. Berkshire Medical Center, Pittsfield, MA, USA

    Robert D. Fanelli

  4. Baystate Medical Center, Springfield, MA, USA

    David Earle

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Richardson, W.S., Apelgren, K., Fanelli, R.D. et al. Deep venous thrombosis prophylaxis in laparoscopy: An evidence-based review. Surg Endosc 21, 2335–2338 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-007-9544-x

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