At a glance
ClinicalIndex Comparison RecordStandardized by ClinicalIndex from the ClinicalTrials.gov record · verify against the source.
PREVENTion of Clot in Orthopaedic Trauma (PREVENT CLOT): A Randomized Pragmatic Trial Comparing the Complications and Safety of Blood Clot Prevention Medicines Used in Orthopaedic Trauma Patients
In Brief
A Phase 3 clinical trial evaluating Acetylsalicylic acid and Low Molecular Weight Heparin (LMWH) for Blood Clot and Trauma. Completed, enrolled 12,424 participants across 21 sites in 2 countries.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this study is to compare aspirin versus low-molecular weight heparin (LMWH) (Enoxaparin) as a thromboprophylaxis in patients who sustain a fracture.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
The Aspirin intervention will be 81 mg enteral (by mouth, feeding tube or rectal) twice a day with no variation in dosing allowed.
The LMWH intervention will be 30 mg enoxaparin subcutaneous (under the skin) twice a day with variations in dosing allowed, per the standard of care at sites, as needed for patients who are very obese or exhibit renal dysfunction.