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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) : Prevention

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Prevention List

Prevention could include:
  • Anticoagulant Prophylaxis

Prevention Overview Articles

Deep venous thrombosis
Doctors may prescribe anticoagulants to help prevent DVT in high-risk people or those who are undergoing high-risk surgery. Wearing compression stockings on the legs also helps prevent DVT in high-risk patients. To help prevent DVT, move your legs...
Source:ADAM
Date:April 7, 2008
Deep Vein Thrombosis
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot in a major vein, usually in the legs and/or pelvis.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine

Specific Prevention Articles

Preventing Deep Vein Thrombosis
Preventing Deep Vein ThrombosisA deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot occurring in a deep leg vein. The clot may grow big enough to completely block the vein.
Source:StayWell
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) / Thrombophlebitis
Detailed information on deep vein thrombosis and thrombophlebitis, including causes, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and full-color anatomical illustrations
Source:StayWell
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