Thrombosis Diagnosis

In thrombosis diagnosis, imaging techniques are used to examine if there is a blockage in the veins (depicted in red) and to determine the exact location of the blockage. This helps assess the severity and identify the best course of treatment.

A thrombosis refers to the formation of a blood clot (thrombus) in a blood vessel, which obstructs blood flow and can lead to pain, swelling, and skin changes. The particular risk arises when the clot breaks loose and travels to the lungs, causing a life-threatening pulmonary embolism.

In thrombosis diagnosis, imaging techniques are used to examine if there is a blockage in the veins (depicted in red) and to determine the exact location of the blockage. This helps assess the severity and identify the best course of treatment.

Thrombosis is typically diagnosed through compression ultrasound, an imaging method that accurately locates and maps the extent of the thrombosis.

The treatment primarily involves the use of blood thinners (anticoagulants), with the dosage depending on the exact location and extent of the thrombosis. In rare cases, direct dissolution or surgical removal of the thrombus may be necessary.