Prognostic factors associated with venous thromboembolism following traumatic injury: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Introduction: Trauma patients are at increased risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE), including deep venous thrombosis and/or pulmonary embolism. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis summarizing the association between prognostic factors and the occurrence of VTE following traumatic injury.

Methods: We searched the Embase and Medline databases from inception to August 2023.

Prognostic factors associated with risk of stroke following blunt cerebrovascular injury: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background & Objectives: Blunt cerebrovascular injury (BCVI) includes carotid and/or vertebral artery injury following trauma, and conveys an increased stroke risk. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to provide a comprehensive summary of prognostic factors associated with risk of stroke following BCVI.

Methods: We searched the EMBASE and MEDLINE databases from January 1946 to June 2023.