DVT clinical features, differentials and treatment

Question 1

What are the clinical features of DVT

Answer 1

• Hotness
• Redness
• Progressive tenderness - dull pain
• Swelling
• Fever

Question 2

What investigations are carried out for DVT

Answer 2

• Doppler ultraosund
• CT scan - ileo-femoral veins and Pelvis IVC
• Blood test - Raised D-dimer

Question 3

What are the differential diagnosis of DVT

Answer 3

• Calf cellulitis
• Superficial thrombophlibitis
• Popliteal synovial rupture

Question 4

What is the treament for DVT

Answer 4

• LMW Heparin
• Warfarin

Question 5

Possible signs of PE

Answer 5

• SOB
• Chest pain
• haemoptysis
• Dizzyness
• Weakness