[Knowledge, attitudes and practices related to venous thromboembolism prophylaxis in hospitalists in Lome (Togo)]. / Connaissances, attitudes et pratiques sur la prophylaxie de la maladie thromboembolique veineuse chez les praticiens hospitaliers en médecine à Lomé (Togo).

ABSTRACT

The purpose of this study was to assess the knowledge and practices related to the prevention of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in medical settings in Lome (Togo). Hospitalists in Lome are relatively well aware of the risk of VTE in patients. They report risk factors for VTE as the primary indications for thromboprophylaxis. Few physicians cited acute medical conditions among these indications.