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A4490 Above knee surgical stocking

A-Codes

Also known as: above knee stocking, thigh-high support hose

Above knee surgical support stocking for thromboembolism prophylaxis.

Clinical Context

Used post-operatively and in immobile patients to prevent deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. Graduated compression enhances venous return.

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Specialties

SurgeryVascular SurgeryInternal Medicine

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