DVT Prevention
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- Hydration
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It is important to drink plenty of fluids whilst you are in hospital to prevent you becoming dehydrated
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- Mobilisation
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You should get out of bed and walk as soon as your condition allows. This will improve the blood flow in the veins.
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- Graduated Compression Stockings
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Some patients benefit from wearing stockings, particularly after an operation.
These should be worn all the time you are immobile but should be removed at least daily to check that the skin underneath particularly on the heel is not becoming sore, and to allow for washing.
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- Intermittent Compression Devices
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Some patients who are not able to wear stockings, may be fitted with a cuff that is wrapped around their foot or lower leg.
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- Anticoagulants
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Anticoagulants are medicines which reduce the ability of your blood to form clots. In doing this they can increase the chances of bleeding occurring, so it is not a suitable treatment for everyone.
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- Heparin Injections
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Heparin is an anticoagulant which is usually administered by a small daily injection under the skin on the tummy.
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- Oral Anticoagulants
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For some conditions particularly hip and knee replacements you may be prescribed a tablet to take, to prevent blood clots from forming.
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