Know all about Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) | Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment
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October 19, 2021Know all about Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) | Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is one of the commonly seen vascular problems.
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) occurs due to thrombophilia, which means those people have a tendency of blood clotting.
- Operation
- Prolonged bed rest
- Prolonged travel
- Dehydration
DVT could become a serious problem if a clot from the legs gets dislodged & goes into the lungs.
It might create a serious condition called Pulmonary Embolism (PE) which can be fatal, lethal in 1 to 2% of people.
Diagnose DVT
Color Doppler Ultrasound
- Safe
- Non-Invasive
- Painless
Treatment Options For DVT
Medications: Blood thinners like Heparin, Warfarin & newer drugs called Lovenox.
Wherein clots from the vein are completely removed so that in the long term you can prevent conditions for Post-Thrombotic Syndrome.
In severely symptomatic patients DVT can be treated by
Catheter-Directed Thrombolysis
Pharmacomechanical Thrombolysis
For the Best Treatment of DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis), Consult Dr. Vijay Thakore, who is a senior, qualified Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon in clinical practice for the last 22 years. For more information, visit our website www.vijaythakore.com or call us on 0265-235 3532, 0265-233 1343 to book an appointment.
