Deep vein thrombosis
Topic: Medical-surgical
A clot in a deep vein, usually in the leg; Virchow's triad (stasis, vessel wall injury, hypercoagulability) sums up the risk factors. Unilateral leg swelling, pain, warmth and redness may occur, but it can be silent. Its most serious complication is pulmonary embolism. Prevention includes early mobilization, intermittent pneumatic compression and ordered anticoagulant prophylaxis.
- Also known as:
- DVT
- In Turkish:
- Derin ven trombozu
What does Deep vein thrombosis mean?
Deep vein thrombosis is part of the Medical-surgical topic in nursing. Students meet it in class, on clinical placements and while preparing for exams.
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