Case series of elective instrumented posterior lumbar spinal fusions demonstrating a low incidence of venous thromboembolism

Abstract

Although patients undergoing elective instrumental posterior lumbar spinal fusion are at high risk of developing VTE, the actual incidence of VTE in these patients is low. Our data support the use of mechanical prophylaxis with thromboembolic deterrent stockings and sequential calf-compression devices to prevent VTE in these patients.