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What is a Deep Vein Thrombosis?
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A clot forming in the pelvic or lower extremity veins
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Is DVT more common in the left or right iliac vein?
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Left illiac vein
Because the aortic bifurcation crosses and compresses the left iliac vein |
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What are the signs and symptoms of a DVT?
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Lower extremity pain
Swelling Tenderness Positive Homan's sign Up to 50% can be asymptomatic |
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What is Homan's sign?
When is it seen? How often is it found? |
Calf pain with dorsiflexion of the foot
DVT Fewer than one third of patients |
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What test is used to evaluate for DVT?
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Duplex ultrasonography
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What is the term given for the fundemental risk factors thrombosis?
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Virchow's triad
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What are the components of Virchow's triad?
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Stasis
Endothelial injury Hypercoagulable state |
