Venous Thrombosis

Venous thrombosis is thrombus formation in a vein (superficial thrombophlebitis or deep-vein thrombosis), associated with stasis, hypercoagulability, and endothelial injury. Clinical: limb swelling/pain/warmth/tender cord; risk of pulmonary embolism. Treatment: anticoagulation; early ambulation; compression; treat underlying (thrombophilia/malignancy/immobility); monitor for PE; IVC filter when anticoagulation contraindicated; thrombolysis for massive proximal DVT; duration by provoked/unprovoked.

Common Symptoms

Limb swelling/pain/warmth/tender cord; by superficial/deep; PE risk

Causes and Pathogenesis

Virchow triad causes venous thrombus; embolization risk to lungs.

Treatment

Anticoagulation; compression; treat cause; monitor PE; IVC filter when indicated

Preventive Measures

Mobility; prophylaxis in high-risk; treat thrombophilia/malignancy.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Vascular-surgery/Hematology department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.