Deep Vein thrombosis Flashcards
1
Q
What is it an example of
A
Venous Thromboembolism
2
Q
Risk factors?
A
- pregnancy
- reduced mobility
- previous Pulmonary thromboembolism
- Surgery/trauma
3
Q
Symptoms
A
- Unilateral leg swelling- bilateral if clot presents itself at bifurcation of common iliac veins
- Calf tenderness
- Discomfort
- Warmth
- Redness= erythema
- Pitting Oedema
- Prominent veins
4
Q
Long term consequences of DVT?
A
POST THROMBOTIC SYMPTOMS
- Risk of reoccurrence
- Ulceration
- Pigmentation
- Swelling
- Discomfort
5
Q
Diagnosis
A
- Well’s score
- D-dimer test
- Ultrasound
6
Q
What is D-dimer
A
the breakdown product of fibrin due to plasmin
7
Q
Well’s score interpretation?
A
> 3 - high probability
1/2- medium probability
0- low probability
