Deep Vein Thrombosis

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)

DVT is characterized by clot formation within the deep veins.

Virchow described predisposition to vessel clot formation due to changes in the components within the blood circulation, flow change characteristics or vessel wall changes.

DVT predisposes to clot dislodgement with a pulmonary spread that may cause sudden death.

Muscle contraction is important to allow blood flow within blood vessels

Normal Venous return and DVT and venous hypertension

Management of DVT

Management includes prevention where there is a high risk of DVT

Prolonged Travel: maintain hydration and motion
High risk surgery: management includes DVT stockings and anticoagulation treatment where appropriately prescribed

Treatment

DVT stockings
Anticoagulation medication
Surgical venous filters in select cases

DVT complication include clot dislodgment with clot spreading to the lungs

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) complication

DVT is characterized by clot formation within the deep veins.

Virchow described predisposition to vessel clot formation due to changes in the components within the blood circulation, flow change characteristics or vessel wall changes.

DVT predisposes to clot dislodgement with a pulmonary spread that may cause sudden death.