Thrombosis

Question 1

Thrombus vs embolism

Question 2

Symptoms of DVT:

Answer 2

• Leg swelling or oedema
• Pain
• Warmth
• Erythema
• Usually unilateral (but can be bilateral)
• Calf symptoms (distal DVT)
• Calf or whole leg symptoms (proximal DVT)

Question 3

Common risk factors of DVT:

Answer 3

• History of immobilization or prolonged hospitalization
• Recent surgery or trauma (typically within 12 weeks)
• Obesity
• Previous venous thromboembolism (VTE)
• Malignancy or constitutional symptoms suggestive of malignancy
• Use of oral contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy
• Pregnancy or postpartum
• Stroke with hemiplegia or immobility
• Age >65 years
• Family history of VTE
• Heart failure
• Inflammatory bowel disease