Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a major preventable cause of morbidity and mortality
worldwide. Venous thromboembolism (VTE), which includes DVT and pulmonary embolism …

BACKGROUND: The anticoagulant treatment of acute deep venous thrombosis (DVT) has
been historically directed toward the prevention of recurrent venous thromboembolism …

Background Objective testing for DVT is crucial because clinical assessment alone is
unreliable and the consequences of misdiagnosis are serious. This guideline focuses on the …

Acute deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) represent two expressions
of a similar clinical pathological process, often referred to as venous throm-boembolism …

Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) affecting the extremities is a common clinical problem.
Prompt imaging aids in rapid diagnosis and adequate treatment. While ultrasound (US) …

Acute limb ischemia is defined as any sudden decrease in limb perfusion causing a
potential threat to limb viability. 1 Acute limb ischemia is a critical, potentially end-oflife …

Upper extremity deep-vein thrombosis (UEDVT) is common and can cause important
complications, including pulmonary embolism and post-thrombotic syndrome. An increase in …

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a major cause of maternal morbidity during pregnancy
and the postpartum period. However, because there is a lack of adequate study data …

Background—Noninvasive detection of deep venous thrombi and subsequent pulmonary
thromboembolism is a serious medical challenge, since both incidences are difficult to …

Lower extremity deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a serious medical condition that can result in
local pain and gait disturbance. DVT progression can also lead to death or major disability …