Optimising the Performance of Intermittent Pneumatic Compression Devices

StarSystem Intermittent Pneumatic Compression

Investigation of Sequential Intermittent Pneumatic Compression Effect on Run Performance

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Intermittent pneumatic compression after stroke

www.thelancet.com/neurology Vol 13 December 2014 1163 Acute stroke often causes immobility, which predisposes to deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism and these can be fatal or disabling. Low-dose subcutaneous anticoagulation with heparins and heparinoids reduces the risk of venous thromboembolism, but the benefi t is off set by haemorrhagic complications. Even targeting anticoagulation t...

Usefulness of intermittent pneumatic compression in medicine

Exist many studies documenting the use of intermittent pneumatic compression in lymphedema, venous ulcers, prophylaxis in deep vein thrombosis and limb ischaemia. This article discusses the basics and usefulness of this therapy based on available studies and recommendations. Because of lack serious side effects, good patient compliance and effectiveness intermittent pneumatic compression should...

Complications associated with intermittent pneumatic compression.

The intermittent pneumatic compression device (IPCD) is prophylaxis for prevention of deep-venous thrombosis (DVT). This pneumatic leg sleeve has been used extensively in high-risk surgical patients, without complication. We describe two cases, one with peroneal neuropathy and the other with compartment syndrome, associated with IPCD use during surgery. Case 1 involves a patient with pancreatic...