intermittent pneumatic compression device (IPC); synchronized compression device (SCD)

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Introduction

Air-filled compression devices that provide compression on the calfs and thighs. Devices may be single chambered or sequential.

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Clinical trials

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References

  1. Medical Knowledge Self Assessment Program (MKSAP) 11, American College of Physicians, Philadelphia 1998
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    ACP Journal Club Intermittent pneumatic compression reduced deep venous thrombosis after stroke Ann Intern Med. 2013;159(4):JC3. http://annals.org/article.aspx?articleid=1726858
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