467     Long-term prophylaxis means prophylaxis continuing for at least two years.

468     Employees who have permanent respiratory or cardiac limitations secondary to massive pulmonary embolism should be assessed as appropriate under Chapter 1 – The cardiovascular system and Chapter 2 – The respiratory system.

469     For specific levels of impairment for post-thrombotic syndrome, use Table 1.4: Peripheral vascular disease of the lower extremities or Table 1.5: Peripheral vascular disease of the upper extremities (see Chapter 1 – The cardiovascular system). These tables may be used as an alternative. WPI ratings from Tables 1.4 or 1.5, and Table 13.4: Thrombotic disorders, may not be combined.

470     Table 1.4: Peripheral vascular disease of the lower extremities and Table 1.5: Peripheral vascular disease of the upper extremities should be used as the primary guide for assessing peripheral complications of thrombosis.

Table 13.4: Thrombotic disorders

| 0 | Superficial thrombosis or thrombophlebitis. | | 10 | Deep venous or other thrombosis requiring long-term prophylaxis with warfarin. | | 30 | Post-phlebitic syndrome. |

DIVISION 2 – ASSESSMENT OF THE DEGREE OF NON-ECONOMIC LOSS SUFFERED BY AN EMPLOYEE AS A RESULT OF AN INJURY OR IMPAIRMENT

Introduction

471     In conducting an assessment, the assessor must have regard to the Principles of Assessment and the definitions contained in the Glossary.