Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot (thrombosis) forms in a deep vein, usually in the leg. Symptoms can include leg pain and swelling, and DVT most often happens when the body is motionless for long periods, like after surgery or illness. DVT is serious because blood clots can break free and lodge in the lungs if not treated.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Cardiovascular Center
Our expert, multidisciplinary team offers a wide range of services to both treat and prevent cardiac diseases and conditions. From stents to smoking cessation, we can help you kee…
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Vascular Medicine Center
The Vascular Medicine Center at Boston Medical Center offers comprehensive care, including minimally invasive techniques, from one of the most advanced multidisciplinary teams of …
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Radiology
The Department of Radiology at BMC is a full-service academic medical imaging department that performs over 350,000 screening, diagnostic, and interventional procedures annually f…
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Interventional Radiology
Our highly skilled team provides comprehensive interventional radiology services, including minimally invasive procedures.