ASPIRIN VS RIVAROXABAN FOR VENOUS THROMBOEMBOLISM PROPHYLAXIS AFTER HIP OR KNEE ARTHROPLASTY: RANDOMIZED COMPARATIVE STUDY

Abstract

Background : Venous thromboembolism (VTE), which includes deep vein thrombosis
(DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), is a significant postoperative complication following
hip or knee arthroplasty. Effective prophylaxis is essential to prevent these complications,
and various anticoagulants, including aspirin and rivaroxaban, are commonly used for this
purpose. Despite their widespread use, there