DVT/PE Flashcards
1
Q
Two main complication of DVT
A
PE -> pulm hypertension
Post thrombotic syndrome
2
Q
Pain with passive dorsiflexion of the foot
A
Homan’s sign
3
Q
Risk factors for DVT
A
Previous DVT Age Obesity Varicose veins Family history Hypercoaguability (low protein C&S ATlll, V Leiden, Antiphospholipid, high homocysteine) Pelvic/abdominal malignancy Lower limb trauma/sugery
4
Q
D-dimer raised in
A
DVT/PE DIC Infection Malignancy Post operative states Pre-eclampsia
