DVT prophylaxis reduces the risk of developing deep vein thrombosis through medications, compression stockings, and devices. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) can occur when a blood clot forms in a deep vein ...

NEW YORK — Deep-vein thrombosis, a blood clot that forms in the lower leg, can develop during long-distance flights when passengers sit in the same position for a long time without movement. Most ...

To explain why they did not implement educational programs, guidelines, or provide feedback to providers on their performance, the authors cite a lack of resources common to community medical centers.

Temple Health is on a mission to raise awareness about one of the least-known and most under-diagnosed serious medical conditions – a potentially deadly one that can be prevented, if caught early.

We’re set to have one of the coldest Januarys in years. As winds batter the UK, it can be tempting to stay indoors and hide from the chill, particularly for the elderly. Cosying up under a blanket and ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am 85 and have had three episodes of DVT, all in my left leg. Before the first episode, I was taking aspirin daily. Since then, I’ve been on Coumadin. Last year, a filter was ...