Deep
Venous Thrombosis (DVT) is a common cause of pain and disability. DVTs
may occur following bone or joint surgery, injury, or prolonged sitting
(such as long plane or auto travel). Common symptoms of DVT include
sudden leg pain or swelling in the calf or thigh. DVTs can be dangerous
if a clot breaks off and travels to the lungs. This is called pulmonary
embolism (PE). Symptoms of pulmonary emboli include sudden shortness of
breath or chest pain.
Lake Washington Vascular has a comprehensive program to diagnose and
treat DVTs. Detection of DVT is made with an ultrasound. If detected,
treatment can be initiated immediately in our office.
For more information about DVT, go to www.Vascularweb.org for patients with this condition.
Additional information can also be found at the following links: www.svmb.org/patients_dvt.cgi or http://patients.uptodate.com/topic.asp?file=blod_dis/7159
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See the information on causes, symptoms, and treatment options at our Vein Center.
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Ulcers
caused by veins typically occur above the inside of the ankle. They can
be very painful and chronic. Lake Washington Vascular surgeons have a
comprehensive program to treat venous ulcers. Primary aims of treatment
are to treat infection, decrease swelling, and correct the underlying
vein disorder. Allowing the body's ability to heal the wound and often
avoid surgery. Healing of venous ulcers can be a lengthy process.
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| Venous ulcer before treatment |
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Venous ulcer after treatment |
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