Frequency of Deep Venous Thrombosis on Venous Doppler Ultrasound in Patients Presenting with Hip Fractures

Haider Iftikhar; Nouman Maqbool

doi:10.70749/ijbr.v3i5.1404

Authors

Haider Iftikhar Department of Orthopaedics, Fauji Foundation Hospital, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.
Nouman Maqbool Department of Orthopaedics, Fauji Foundation Hospital, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.70749/ijbr.v3i5.1404

Keywords:

Deep Vein Thrombosis, Hip Fractures, Doppler Ultrasound, Risk Factors, Elderly, Thromboprophylaxis

Abstract

Objectives: The purpose of this research is to determine the prevalence of deep vein thrombosis DVT in hip fracture patients as well as the risk factors for DVT as diagnosed by venous Doppler ultrasound. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional survey was carried out in the department of Orthopaedics at Fauji Foundation Hospital, Rawalpindi in the duration from 25th October, 2024 to 7th April, 2025. Recruitment includes 111 patients aged 50 and older with hip fractures using consecutive sampling techniques. Participants' demographic data and DVT diagnosis were noted, and Doppler USG was used to find DVT. Data were analyzed using the software Statistical Package for Social Science version 26.0. Results: In this study, DVT incidence was 24% for all DVT, 18% for proximal DVT, and 9% for distal DVT. In the present study, DVT was noted to be related to age, ASA status, and type of fracture. The highest frequency was registered for patients aged 65 years and over with ASA III and femoral neck fractures. Conclusion: DVT is known to affect hip-fracture patients globally, more so the elderly and those with other medical conditions. Where possible, the early detection and prevention of conditions and diseases that exacerbate the patient's symptoms are crucial to ensuring good results.

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