Which of the following is the most common cause of mortality and morbidity in hospitalized patients-particularly in hip and knee arthroplasties?

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Deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism are the most common cause of mortality and morbidity in hospitalized patients, particularly in hip and knee arthroplasties. Hematoma is a potential complication of these surgeries, but it is not as common as DVT and PE. Therefore, option D is incorrect.

Which of the Following Is the Most Common Cause of Mortality