Deep Vein Thrombosis: A Silent Condition That Can Turn Serious–Beware of the Causes

Deep vein thrombosis is a common but often overlooked condition that can raise the risk of serious health problems.

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Deep vein thrombosis is a blood clot that forms in the deep veins—most commonly in the legs, but it can also occur in the arms or in the veins of the abdomen, pelvis, and brain.

Venous thromboembolism, which includes deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, is among the leading causes of cardiovascular death, after heart attack and stroke.