Correlation Between D-Dimer Level and Deep Venous Thrombosis in Patients With Acute Spinal Cord Injuries

Conclusion Although D-dimer levels have limitations with regard to the positive prediction of acute spinal cord injury, it is a useful screening parameter for deep vein thrombosis. Trauma and lower limb motor weakness should be considered when analyzing D-dimer levels.
Source: American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Original Research Articles Source Type: research