an·ti·em·bo·lism stock·ings

(an'tē-ĕm'bŏ-lizm stok'ingz)

Specially fitted elastic stockings used to compress lower limbs, reduce blood pooling, and promote venous return, thus reducing risk of thrombus formation. Stockings must be correctly fitted and reapplied for optimal effectiveness.
See also: TED hose
Synonym(s): antiembolism hose.

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Shinkai recommends that patients apply a midpotency topical steroid such as triamcinolone to the affected area, followed by compression, ideally antiembolism stockings (TED hose)--but that can be a hard sell.

Bilateral cellulitis on legs? Think venous stasis dermatitis

Case report: Heel ulcers in patients with long-standing diabetes who wear antiembolism stockings. Medical Journal of Australia, 145, 290-291.

Incidence of incorrectly sized graduated compression stockings and lower leg skin irregularities in postoperative orthopedic patients

>> STOP using antiembolism stockings to prevent DVT START using prophylactic LMWH and/or pneumatic compression devices to prevent VTE

Stop all activities that may lead to further shoulder impaction when you suspect possible shoulder dystocia: start your "rehearsed" algorithm immediately when shoulder dystocia is recognized

ALPHARETTA, Ga.-- Many people with diabetes need wound care products and antiembolism stockings.

Can-Am extends offerings' scope

Core Products International has added antiembolism stockings to its line of compression support hosiery for men and women.

Antiembolism hosiery. (Product Spotlight)

Why don't we use antiembolism stockings or pneumatic compression for our postop cesarean patients?

DVT Prophylaxis in Pregnancy

STOP using antiembolism stockings to prevent DVT in all obstetric and gynecologic patients

Stop using antiembolism stockings to prevent DVT. Start using prophylactic LMWH and/or pneumatic compression devices to prevent VTE

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