Case Studies

Abstract

A deep-vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that forms within the deep veins, usually of the leg, but can occur in the veins of the arms and the mesenteric and cerebral veins. Deep-vein thrombosis is a common and important disease. It is part of the venous thromboembolism disorders which represent the third most common cause of death from cardiovascular disease after heart attacks and stroke. Even in patients who do not get pulmonary emboli, recurrent thrombosis and "post-thrombotic syndrome" are a major cause of morbidity. DVT is a major medical problem accounting for most cases of pulmonary embolism. Only through early diagnosis and treatment can the morbidity be reduced. The incidence of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) of the upper limb is increasing due to the frequent use of intravenous devices for various indications, underlying disease, sometimes develops as a complication of pacemaker use, long-term use of a central venous catheter (CVC), or cancer