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Deep Vein Thrombosis - Surgery

Surgical removal of a blood clot resulting from deep vein thrombosis is usually considered only in rare cases where the clot is very large and blocking a major blood vessel, causing severe symptoms. Surgery increases the risk of forming new blood clots.

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Last Updated: January 15, 2008
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