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Deep venous thrombosis is a condition in which a blood clot forms in a vein that is deep inside the body.Deep venous thrombosis(DVT) mainly affects the large veins in the lower leg and thigh. The clot can block blood fl... |
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Causes
Deep venous thrombosis(DVT) mainly affects the large veins in the lower leg and thigh. The clot can block blood flow.
Tests
Your health care provider will perform a physical exam. The exam may show a red, swollen, or tender leg.
Treatments
For years, the standard treatment has been a medication called heparin, which stops blood clots from forming. This t...
Complications
A blood clot that breaks free in the leg and travel to the lungs (pulmonary embolus) can be life threatening. Rapid ...
Prevention
Doctors may prescribe blood thinners to help prevent DVT in people at high risk, or those who are undergoing high-ris...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of DVT. Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency numb...
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