DVT Deep Vein
Thrombosis
DVT DEEP VEIN
Thrombosis
Medical researchers estimate that over 900,000 individuals develop deep vein thrombosis (DVT). At Advanced Vascular, Dr. Banerjee specializes in diagnosing and treating DVT, working to enhance your vascular health and lower your risk of pulmonary embolism and stroke. If you’re worried about DVT, contact Advanced Vascular today.
What is
Deep Vein Thrombosis
DVT develops when you have a blood clot in one of your deep veins. The condition usually forms in your legs and is linked to chronic venous insufficiency. Some of the warning signs of DVT include:
Swelling in your foot, ankle, or leg
Cramping in the calf of your affected leg
Unexplained, severe pain
A patch of skin that feels warmer than the surrounding area
The skin over the affected area looks pale blue or red
DVT is a potentially dangerous health condition. If the blood clot in your leg moves, it can travel rapidly through your veins into your lungs and cause a pulmonary embolism.
What causes
Deep Vein Thrombosis
Many factors contribute to blood clot formation. For example, a traumatic injury or surgery could damage the walls of your veins. When your veins are narrowed or blocked, your circulation is affected, and your risk of developing blood clots increases.
Additionally, if you spend most of your time sitting, the lack of activity can impede your circulation and increase your risk of DVT. Similarly, if you need to spend time on bed rest recovering from surgery or an injury, you have a higher risk of developing blood clots.
Varicose veins are also a warning sign of DVT. If your varicose veins are left untreated, the weakened, swollen veins can extend into your body, eventually reaching your deep veins, creating a place for blood to pool and clot.
How is Deep Vein Thrombosis
treated?
Advanced Vascular begins with a comprehensive exam, including vascular ultrasounds, to assess your vein health. The ultrasound allows them to identify and locate any blood clots in your veins.
If you have DVT, Advanced Vascular provides several treatment options, depending on the severity of your condition. Dr. Banerjee will come up with a personalized treatment plan.
If you have symptoms of DVT, call Advanced Vascular to make an appointment right away for expert diagnosis and treatment.
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