DVT Medical Reference

This small device can help prevent a dangerous side effect of DVT. Learn who should get an IVC filter, how it’s implanted, and what risks are involved.

When you have a blood clot in a large vein in your leg, you may wonder what happens next. Here's what to expect in DVT treatment and life with DVT at home.

A clot that travels to your lungs is a serious condition. It may have physical and emotional effects. You may need these drugs and possible life changes.

Any clot that forms in your body, from an injury to a DVT, needs to get cleared out at some point. Here’s how it happens and what treatments can help.

DVT can be different in lower and upper body extremities. Different things cause blood clots in the arms and legs, and you may need different tests to diagnose them. Find out who is at risk for upper and lower extremity DVT and how they're treated.

A sore knee could be a sign of a bigger problem like popliteal vein thrombosis, but don't jump to conclusions. It might just be a Baker's cyst. Learn how to tell the difference.

A prothrombin gene mutation means you’re more likely to get blood clots. Find out what it is, what to look for, and how it’s treated.

May-Thurner syndrome boosts your odds of getting deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Find out what it is, what to look for, and how it’s treated.

Learn about chronic venous insifficiency and what happens when the veins in your legs stop working right.

Find out about the causes and treatments of a blood clot called venous thromboembolism (VTE) and what you can do to prevent it.

Learn about the connection between deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and cancer, and whether DVT raises your risk of cancer.

When are you likely to develop a blood clot after surgery, and why is that a problem? Find out what symptoms to watch for and how you can prevent one.

What if that's not a charley horse or shin splints? Find out why blood clots form after leg injuries, why that's a problem, and what you can do about it.

How do doctors treat pulmonary embolism, a blood clot in the lung? Learn some of the most common treatments for this possibly life-threatening condition.

How do you know if you have a pulmonary embolism (PE)? Your doctor will look at your symptoms and likely order a number of tests. Find out more from WebMD about what those tests are, and what they reveal.

A pulmonary embolism (PE) is a blood clot that forms deep in a vein in your leg and travels to your lung. WebMD describes some simple things that can help prevent these dangerous clots.

A pulmonary embolism (PE) can strike with no symptoms. But most of the time, your body will let you know something’s wrong. WebMD describes the telltale signs and explains when to call the doctor.

A pulmonary embolism (PE) happens when a blood clot gets caught in an artery in the lungs. This blockage can cause serious problems, like lung damage, low oxygen levels and even death.

If you have thrombophlebitis, take heart -- —there are a number of things your doctor can do to treat it. Find out what they are and which ones might be right for you.

Thrombophlebitis is a condition that affects your blood circulation. Learn what causes it and who’s at risk.

If my doctor thinks I may have thrombophlebitis, what tests will I need to undergo? WebMD gives a description of the diagnostic tests used to learn whether you are suffering from thrombophlebitis or some other condition.

The D-dimer test is a quick way to check if you might have a serious blood clot. Learn about the test, when you would need one, and what the results can tell you.

A Doppler ultrasound is a quick, painless way to check for problems with blood flow such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Find out what it is, when you need one, and how it’s done.

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a type of blood clot that forms in a vein deep inside your body. WebMD explains what puts you at risk and offers ways to prevent it.

Not all blood clots are created equal. WebMD explains the different types, why they happen, and common symptoms.