Lower limb vascular examination

A Guide to Recovery After DVT Treatment

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is when a blood clot (thrombus) develops in the deep veins of your body. According to an estimate, up to 3 million people die each year due to DVT or its complication – pulmonary embolism (PE). Fortunately, treatment…

DVT Treatment Options

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot, known as a thrombus, develops in one or more of the deep veins in the body – most frequently in the legs. If left untreated, DVT can be a potentially life-threatening condition. This is…
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DVT: Causes, Warning Signs, Treatment and Prevention

Any type of vein blockage can affect your health, but some conditions are worse than others. Deep vein thrombosis or DVT occurs when a blood clot forms, causing a disruption of blood flow in one of the deep veins in your body, typically your…
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What Is DVT?

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot forms in a vein that is located deep inside the body. This type of vascular clot is called a thrombus, and the danger is that the clot can dislodge and move up to the lungs, causing a pulmonary…