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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
What Is DVT?
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
Trauma and DVT
Diagnosis
How Is DVT Diagnosed?
Treatment
Purpose of DVT Treatment
Compression Stockings
Anticoagulants
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
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