What Does DVT Mean?
dee-vee-TEE
IPA: /ˌdiːˌviːˈtiː/
dee
vee
TEE
DVT is pronounced dee-vee-TEE
What does DVT stand for?
DVT stands for 'Deep Vein Thrombosis.
How do you pronounce DVT?
DVT is pronounced "dee-vee-TEE". Syllables: dee - vee - tee.
When is DVT used in medicine?
Post-surgical patients, prolonged immobility, long-haul travel, cancer patients, hypercoagulable states. Diagnosed with duplex ultrasound. Treated with anticoagulation.
Word Parts & Etymology
abbreviation componentDeep Veinclot in deep (not superficial) venous system
abbreviation componentThrombosisblood clot formation within a vessel
Common Misconceptions
DVT symptoms (leg swelling, warmth, tenderness) are non-specific. Up to half of DVTs are asymptomatic. Wells criteria + D-dimer guide workup.
Clinical Context
Post-surgical patients, prolonged immobility, long-haul travel, cancer patients, hypercoagulable states. Diagnosed with duplex ultrasound. Treated with anticoagulation.
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