Evaluation of AVE5026 as Compared to Enoxaparin for the Prevention of Thromboembolism in Patients Undergoing Total Hip Replacement Surgery

The primary objective was to compare the efficacy of once daily \[q.d.\] subcutaneous \[s.c.\] injections of Semuloparin sodium (AVE5026) with q.d. s.c. injections of enoxaparin for the prevention of Venous Thromboembolic Events \[VTE\] in patients undergoing elective total hip replacement surgery. The secondary objectives were to evaluate the safety of AVE5026 in patients undergoing elective total hip replacement surgery, and to document AVE5026 exposure in this population.