Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition that occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein in the body, usually the legs or sometimes the pelvis.<\/p>\n
DVT is a serious condition because if the blood clots in the veins break loose, they can travel through the blood stream up to the lungs and block blood flow to the lungs. This is known as pulmonary embolism.<\/p>\n
Other names that are associated with DVT include thromboembolism, post-phlebitic syndrome and post-thrombotic syndrome.<\/p>\n
DVT is caused by a blood clot. A blood clot is anything that prevents blood from flowing or clotting normally.<\/p>\n
DVT can occur due to damage to a vein from trauma, surgery and inflammation as well as injury or infection.<\/p>\n
Sometimes an individual can develop DVT without any clear cause but the person may be having an underlying condition or may be having one or more of the risk factors that contribute to DVT. DVT risk factors include:<\/p>\n
Symptoms of DVT only occur in about half of the individuals with the condition and they include:<\/p>\n
Some individuals may not be aware that they have DVT unless they undergo treatment for pulmonary embolism (blood clot in the lung).<\/p>\n
Pulmonary embolism is a life-threatening condition and its symptoms include:<\/p>\n
Emergency medical attention should be sort if you experience the above symptoms.<\/p>\n
Diagnosing DVT involves the physician asking about the symptoms and performing a physical examination to check for any areas of tenderness, swelling and change in skin color.<\/p>\n
In addition to the above he\/she might recommend the following tests to check if you have low or high risk DVT or to rule out a blood clot:<\/p>\n
Treatment for DVT focuses on preventing the clot from growing and breaking loose travelling to the lungs as well as reducing the chances of developing another DVT.<\/p>\n
The treatment options for DVT include:<\/p>\n
Blood thinners also known as anticoagulants do not break-up existing blood clots, but they help in preventing the clots from getting larger and reducing the risks of developing more clots.<\/p>\n
Clot busters also known as thrombolytics can be prescribed for serious DVT or pulmonary embolism.<\/p>\n
At King\u2019s College Hospital Dubai, we focus on offering an exemplary service. From initial consultation through to final diagnosis, treatment and beyond. Our multidisciplinary team of expert doctors, nurses, cardiologists and technologists are here to offer tailored management and treatment of your condition, and to answer any questions that you may have throughout your time with us. Whatever you need us for, we\u2019re only a phone-call away.<\/p>\n
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