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Rivaroxaban vs. Enoxaparin in Orthopaedic Surgery: Dr. Louis Kwong’s Insights on VTE Prevention and Bleeding Risks

In the realm of orthopaedic surgery, one of the most pressing concerns for surgeons and patients alike is the prevention of venous thromboembolism (VTE). This includes conditions like deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), which can occur postoperatively, especially in procedures such as hip and knee replacements. For decades, anticoagulants like enoxaparin, a …