Prophylactic use of low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) plus intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) v LMWH plus graduated compression stockings (GCS) in unilateral hip or knee arthroplasty*
| Outcomes at 12 days | LMWH/IPC | LMWH/GCS | RRR (95% CI) | NNT (CI) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| *Abbreviations defined in glossary; RRR, NNT, and CI calculated from data in article. | ||||
| Patients with deep venous thrombosis | 0% | 29% | 100% (81 to 100) | 4 (3 to 6) |