Deep Vein Thrombosis
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a serious medical condition that can occur when a blood clot forms in the deep veins of the body. It can cause severe symptoms such as swelling, pain, and difficulty moving. According to a study by the American Heart Association, about 600,000 people in the United States have DVT each year. DVT can be caused by several factors, including certain medications, physical activity, and blood disorders. The most common cause is Varicose Vein Disease (VVD), which affects the veins that are responsible for carrying blood returning from the extremities. Other possible causes include deep vein malware, trauma, and certain medications used for cancer treatment. Symptoms of DVT can vary from person to person, but some common ones include leg swelling, pain, and tenderness, especially when the affected limb is not moving. Other symptoms may include a skin rash or itching, shortness of breath, or dizziness. DVT is a serious condition that can lead to serious complications if left untreated. Treatment typically involves using a blood thinner to prevent the blood clot from forming. In some cases, a procedure called Venography may also be necessary to remove the blood clot. If you think you may have DVT, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible.

List of Doctors: Deep Vein Thrombosis

Zhang Yan | Deputy Chief Physician at Peking Union Medical College Hospital
Yan Zhang
Deputy Chief Physician
Department of Radiology
Peking Union Medical College Hospital
Chen Yuexin | Deputy Chief Physician at Peking Union Medical College Hospital
Yuexin Chen
Deputy Chief Physician
Department of Vascular Surgery
Peking Union Medical College Hospital
Wang Sheng | Deputy Chief Physician at Beijing Anzhen Hospital
Sheng Wang
Deputy Chief Physician
Vascular Department
Beijing Anzhen Hospital
Ren Shiyan | Deputy Chief Physician at Beijing China-Japan Friendship Hospital
Shiyan Ren
Deputy Chief Physician
Department of Cardiovascular Surgery and Electrochemotherapy
Beijing China-Japan Friendship Hospital
Sun Yujian | Chief Physician at Beijing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Yujian Sun
Chief Physician
Department of General Surgery
Beijing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Yang Baozhong | Chief Physician, Professor, Master's Tutor, Deputy Director at Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Oriental Hospital
Baozhong Yang
Chief Physician, Professor, Master's Tutor, Deputy Director
Peripheral Vascular Department
Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Oriental Hospital
Guo Pingfan | Chief Physician, Associate Professor, Deputy Director at The First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian
Pingfan Guo
Chief Physician, Associate Professor, Deputy Director
Department of Vascular Surgery
The First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian