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Deep vein thrombosis: A blood clot (thrombus) in a deep vein in the thigh or leg. The clot can break off as an embolus and make its way to the lung, where it can cause respiratory distress and respiratory failure.
Deep vein thrombosis is sometimes called the "economy-class syndrome." Even in young, healthy travelers, long stretches of time spent immobilized in the cramped seat of an aircraft with very low humidity sets the stage for formation of a blood clot in the leg. Abbreviated as DVT.
What is deep vein thrombosis? Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot (thrombus) in a deep vein, usually in the legs.
Deep vein thrombosis — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, treatment, prevention of this blood-clotting disorder.
Deep vein thrombosis — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, treatment, prevention of this blood-clotting disorder.
Learn about deep vein thrombosis causes like pregnancy, obesity, smoking, medications, prlonged sitting, cancer, polycythemia, and trauma to the leg. Symptoms, diagnosis ...
Symptoms of deep vein thrombosis-- a blood clot in a deep vein -- may be difficult to identify. That's because DVT symptoms are similar to many other health problems.