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Learn More: Deep Vein Thrombosis

Deep Vein Thrombosis

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot in the deep veins of the body, usually the legs, that can cause restricted or stopped blood flow. Learn more about DVT by reading the health information listed below, or by taking the DVT Quiz for a personalized risk assessment.

Basics

Signs and Symptoms of DVT

How Common Is DVT?

Causes

Causes of Blood Clots

Potential Complications of Blood Clotting

Pulmonary Embolism

Post-Phlebitic Syndrome

Risks

Risk Factors for DVT

Lifestyle Factors and DVT

Medical Conditions and DVT

Diagnosis

How Is DVT Diagnosed?

Treatment

Purpose of DVT Treatment

Compression Stockings

Guidelines for Taking Anticoagulants

Other Treatments

Prevention

Preventing DVT Complications

9 Risk-Reducing Choices

Risk After Surgery, Injuries

8 Before-Treatment and After-Treatment Steps

5 Exercises for Improving Circulation

References

Go to Disease Prevention Center

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