THE INTRODUCTION OF MEDTECH INTO THE VTE PREVENTION CARE PATHWAY IN THE MIDDLE EAST COULD HELP SOLVE SOME OF THE LEADING ISSUES ASSOCIATED WITH THE CONDITION IN THE REGION .
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THE INTRODUCTION OF MEDTECH INTO THE VTE PREVENTION CARE PATHWAY IN THE MIDDLE EAST COULD HELP SOLVE SOME OF THE LEADING ISSUES ASSOCIATED WITH THE CONDITION IN THE REGION .
These studies combined indicate that some hospitals across the Middle East may struggle to comply with thromboprophylaxis guidelines , indicating the need for healthcare systems to look to new solutions that can ensure all patients have access to VTE preventative care . Fortunately , innovations in medical technology ( MedTech ) can provide low-risk and non-invasive solutions – some of which are already being adopted across the region to tackle the issues with thrombosis .
Introducing medical technology
Innovation , such as a wearable neuromuscular electrostimulation device , offers an alternative method of thromboprophylaxis for patients who cannot be prescribed other modes of VTE prevention , like pharmacological intervention . Already adopted in parts of the Middle East and other international healthcare systems , the device works by stimulating the common peroneal nerve to increase blood flow in the deep veins of the calf . The increased blood flow is clinically proven to increase blood flow up to 60 % of walking and preventing clotting .
Such innovation can provide healthcare systems around the world with a safe and cost-effective thromboprophylactic alternative for patients who cannot adhere to current methods of VTE prevention and have the potential to help standardise the delivery of care by healthcare professionals .
Driving better healthcare
The introduction of MedTech into the VTE prevention care pathway in the Middle East could help solve some of the leading issues associated with the condition in the region .
Despite various strategies to minimise the gap between standardisation of care , innovation poses an attractive proposition that can drive up patient adherence , contributing to lives saved and healthcare costs reduced .
Further and more up to date research is required on VTE management in the Middle East to better understand the true impact of the condition and where clinically proven MedTech can play a role . The more healthcare systems wish to embrace innovation to address the widespread risk and unmet need for VTE prevention , the more opportunities they will have to unlock positive patient outcomes and standardise care . �
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