VC 2. Early Identification of Patients With Iliofemoral Deep Venous Thrombosis Using Plasma D-Dimer Concentration

Venous thromboembolism represents one of the most common diseases and is a significant source of morbidity and mortality. Effective management requires early detection and treatment. Venous ultrasound is the most widely used imaging study for the diagnosis of deep venous thrombosis (DVT). Evidence-based practice suggests that specific management depends on the anatomic location of the thrombus. For this reason, early identification of anatomic location of the thrombus (iliofemoral [IF], femoropopliteal [FP], or calf) can expedite appropriate investigation and treatment.
Source: Journal of Vascular Surgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Source Type: research