Stephen J. Schueler, M.D.

Overview Incidence Risk Factors Symptoms Evaluation similar conditions Treatment questions for doctor specialist Home Care warning signs Prevention Outlook Complications Underlying Cause

Pelvis Blood Clot Evaluation

The evaluation of deep venous thrombosis begins with a medical history and physical examination.

Physical findings in someone with a deep venous thrombosis may include:

Tests are usually done to confirm the diagnosis of deep venous thrombosis.

Tests that may be used to evaluate deep venous thrombosis include:

Pelvis Blood Clot Similar Conditions

Conditions that can cause symptoms similar to deep venous thrombosis include:

Continue to Pelvis Blood Clot Treatment

Last Updated: Dec 9, 2010 References

PubMed Pelvis Blood Clot References
  1. Ansari MT, Cheung BM, Qing Huang J, Eklof B, Karlberg JP. Traveler's thrombosis: a systematic review. J Travel Med. 2005 May-Jun;12(3):142-54. [15996443]
  2. Elman EE, Kahn SR. The post-thrombotic syndrome after upper extremity deep venous thrombosis in adults: A systematic review. Thromb Res. 2005 Jul 5. [16002126]
  3. Gallus AS. Management options for thrombophilias. Semin Thromb Hemost. 2005 Feb;31(1):118-26. [15706484]
  4. Menajovsky LB, Spandorfer J. Benefits of more aggressive VTE prophylaxis in hospitalized medical patients. Cleve Clin J Med. 2004 Dec;71(12):947-8, 951-3, 956 passim. [15641523]
  5. Prandoni P. Controversial issues in the diagnosis of venous thromboembolism. Pathophysiol Haemost Thromb. 2003 Sep-2004 Dec;33(5-6):311-3. [15692234]
  6. Syed FF, Beeching NJ. Lower-limb deep-vein thrombosis in a general hospital: risk factors, outcomes and the contribution of intravenous drug use. QJM. 2005 Feb;98(2):139-45. [15655094]