Acute Lower Extremity Deep Venous Thrombosis: The Data, Where We Are, and How It Is Done

Abstract

The incidence of venous thromboembolism, including both deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, is estimated at 300,000-600,000 per year. Although thrombosis may occur anywhere, it is thrombosis of the deep veins of the lower extremities that is of interest as this is where thrombosis occurs most often within the venous system. This article discusses the evaluation and interventions, including endovascular catheter-direct treatments, for patients with acute deep venous thrombosis.

Keywords: DVT; acute deep venous thrombosis; catheter-directed lysis; deep vein thrombosis; postthrombotic syndrome; venous thromboembolism.