DVT Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Early signs of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) are sudden swelling in one leg with pain, although most cases remain asymptomatic. These symptoms are based on underlying causes such as reduced blood flow, vein injury or increased clotting tendency.
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Treatment
DVT treatments focus on preventing the clot from growing, reducing the risk of pulmonary embolism (PE) and restoring venous circulation. The management of DVT includes anticoagulant therapy as the first line of treatment.