The Effect of Graduated Compression Stockings on Long-term Outcomes After Stroke
Clinical Trials Thursday, March 14th, 2013STROKEAHA: March 12, 2013
Background and Purpose—Most randomized controlled trials of venous thromboembolism prophylaxis have focused on reduction of deep vein thrombosis, predominantly asymptomatic deep vein thrombosis, detected on imaging. We aimed to estimate the effects of graduated compression stockings on venous thromboembolism events, survival, and functional status at 6 months after stroke.
Methods—The CLOTS Trials adopted an international multicentre, parallel group design, with central randomization and a 1:1 treatment allocation. Read more
