Physical thrombosis prophylaxis for partially mobile patients
mediven thrombexin 21 is an anatomically knitted medical thrombosis prophylaxis stocking (MTPS). During the inpatient hospital stay, immobile and partially mobile patients have particular needs: inactivity causes the blood to flow more slowly to the heart. Therefore, there is an increased risk of a thrombosis and for the formation of postoperative and post-traumatic oedema. With 21 mmHg at the ankle region, the hospital stocking (colloquially also called thrombosis stocking) mediven thrombexin 21 is used for
- Physical thrombosis prophylaxis in immobile patients / partially mobile patients – pre-, intra- and post-operative1, 2
- Physical thrombosis prophylaxis in immobile patients with an increased risk of thrombosis (e.g. current venous disease, history of deep
- vein thrombosis).3, 4
- Prevention and therapy of post-traumatic and post-operative oedema and haematoma and for reduction of concomitant pain5, 6, 7
The mediven thrombexin 21 with the defined pressure gradient offers benefits for both patients and nursing staff: the silicone topband ensures a secure hold and the soft, breathable knitted fabric provides a pleasant wearing feeling. The simple handling of the product relieves the nursing staff and saves time, which, in turn, benefits the patients.
- Anatomically knitted stocking with precise graduated pressure gradient for differentiated physical thrombosis prophylaxis
- Open toe for improved hygiene and quick inspection of the circulatory situation
- Optimum care thanks to silicone topband with size indicator
- Instep area for an optimal fit and reduced formation of wrinkles when the foot is bent
- Colour marking at the heel for easy and correct positioning
- Colour coded size system for quick and simple selection of the correct stocking size
- Suitable for thigh circumferences up to 90 cm
Benefits
- Correctly applied, the textile fabric avoids painful constrictions and window oedema 8
- Simple handling and saving of time make things easier for nursing staff and improves patient care 7, 9
- Increased compliance with its high elasticity and soft, skin friendly and active breathing knit 10
- High efficiency and multiple usage 11
Round knitted clinical compression stocking for compression of the lower extremities, mainly for prevention of diseases of the venous system.
- Physical thrombosis prophylaxis in immobile / partially mobile patients - pre-, intra- and post-operative (1, 2)
- Physical thrombosis prophylaxis in immobile patients with an increased risk of thrombosis (e.g. current venous disease, history of deep venous thrombosis) (3, 4)
- Prevention and therapy of post-operative and post-traumatic oedema and haematoma and for reduction of concomitant pain (5, 6, 7)
- Advanced peripheral arterial occlusive disease (if one of these parameters is present: ABPI < 0.5, ankle arterial pressure < 60 mmHg, toe pressure< 30 mmHg or TcPO2 < 20 mmHg on dorsum of foot)
- Decompensated heart failure (NYHA III + IV)
- Septic phlebitis
- Phlegmasia cerulea dolens
- Massive oedema of the leg
Particular attention to
- Severe weeping dermatosis
- Intolerance to compressive material
- Severe paraesthesia in the limbs
- Advanced peripheral neuropathy (e.g. as seen in diabetes mellitus)
- Primary chronic polyarthritis
| Circumference in cm | Measure | S | S-X | M | M-X | L | L-X |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thigh (AG) | cB | 20 - 22 | 20 - 22 | 23 - 25 | 23 - 25 | 26 - 28 | 26 - 28 |
| cC | 30 - 42 | 30 - 42 | 34 - 46 | 34 - 46 | 37 - 50 | 37 - 50 | |
| cD | 29 - 41 | 29 - 41 | 33 - 45 | 33 - 45 | 37 - 50 | 37 - 50 | |
| cG | 48 - 60 | 56 - 70 | 56 - 70 | 64 - 80 | 64 - 80 | 72 - 90 | |
| lG (AG) | 65 - 89 | 65 - 89 | 65 - 89 | 65 - 89 | 65 - 89 | 65 - 89 | |
| Colour code heel | green | green | violet | violet | blue | blue | |
| Colour code thigh | green | grey | violet | grey | blue | grey |
Show sources
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2 Attaran RR et al. Compression therapy for venous disease. Phlebology 2017;32(2):81–88.
3 Emter M. Mechanische Thrombose-Prophylaxe bei Patienten mit chronischer Venen-Insuffizienz, bei Varikose oder postthrombotischem Syndrom. Sonderdruck Verlag medical concept GmbH 5/1993. [article in German]
4 Munoz-Figueroa G. et al. Venous thromboembolism: use of graduated compression stockings. BJN 2015;24(13):680-685.
5 Winge R. etal. Compression therapy after ankle fracture surgery: a systematic review. European journal of trauma and emergency surgery: official publication of the European Trauma Society 2017;43(4):451–459.
6 Rabe E et al. Indications for medical compression stockings in venous and lymphatic disorders: An evidence-based consensus statement. Phlebology 2018;33(3):163–184.
7 Khoshgoftar Z et al. Comparison of compression stocking with elastic bandage in reducing postoperative edema in coronary artery bypass graft patient. J Vasc Nurs 2009;27(4):103–106.
8 Partsch H et al. Compression for leg wounds. The British Journal of Dermatology 2015;173(2):359–369.
9 Macintyre, L. et al. How can the pressure in anti-embolism stockings be maintained during use? Laboratory evaluation of simulated 'wear' and different reconditioning protocols: International journal of nursing studies 2016;64:19–24.
10 Glod, A. (2019): Kompression in der Wundbehandlung bei Ödemerkrankungen. In: vasomed 31. (2), S. 82–92.
11 Amin E E et al. Clinical and economic impact of compression in the acute phase of deep vein thrombosis. Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis 2018; 16: 1555-1563.
