Deep Vein Thrombosis
Deep Vein Thrombosis: Understanding the risks, causes and treatments Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), is a semi-emergency medical condition characterized by the formation of a blood clot (thrombus) within a deep vein, usually in the leg and thigh. Deep veins are the larger veins that are located deeper within the body. How does DVT happen? The process of DVT formation is influenced by various factors. Here's a general overview of how DVT happens: Blood Clot Formation: Blood clots can form for various reasons, and the coagulation process is a normal part of the body's response to injury or damage. There are a number of anticoagulation factors and pro-coagulation factors in the blood and tissue. These factors are in balance to prevent unwanted blood formation and to form clots whenever required, as in situations of injury where bleeding needs to be stopped. The following conditions play a role in clot formation: Stasis of Blood Flow: One of the key contrib...