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What is the optimal prophylaxis against postoperative deep vein thrombosis in the living donor to avoid complications and enhance recovery? – A systematic review of the literature and expert panel recommendationsClinical TransplantationLuis I. Ruffolo et al.First published: 25 April 2022 https://doi.org/10.1111/ctr.14688OBJECTIVESTo identify the optimal DVT prophylaxis strategy which reduces risk of complications in living liver donors, and enhances recovery.CONCLUSIONSChemoprophylaxis for deep venous thrombosis following living donor hepatectomy is associated with reduced adverse thrombotic events, (Quality of Evidence; Low | Grade of Recommendation; Strong).https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/ctr.14688?campaign=wolacceptedarticle

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