Deep vein thrombosis Flashcards
1
Q
describe what a deep vein thrombosis(DVT) is
A
fibrin rich clot formed in deep venous system of lower limb due to activation of clotting cascade
2
Q
describe the factors of Virchows triad that increase the likelihood of a clot forming
A
endothelial injury, blood stasis and hypercoagulability
3
Q
what are the symptoms of a DVT
A
a hot , swollen, tender calf, pitting oedema
4
Q
what investigations can be done for a DVT
A
wells score, D-dimer, dopplers ultrasound scan
5
Q
what is the initial therapy for a DVT
A
low molecular weight heparin
6
Q
what is the second line treatment for a DVT
A
warfarin or DOAC(direct oral anticoagulant)
7
Q
give an example of a direct oral anticoagulant(DOAC)
A
rivaroxaban
8
Q
what other drug therapy may be used in certain severe DVTs
A
thrombolysis
