- Deep calf vein
- Axillary vein
Clinical features
- Pain and tenderness
- Swelling of the limb
- Redness of overlying
- Pulmonary embolism
Investigations
- Doppler ultrasound of the vein
- Venography (intravenous contrast)
Management
- Low molecular weight heparin or
- Intravenous heparin
- Warfarin
- Bed rest
- Graduated pressure stocking
Complications
- Phlebitis
- Venous eczema
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