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Point-Of-Care Ultrasound Screening for Proximal Lower Extremity Deep Venous Thrombosis
Published on: February 10, 2023
Ultrasound in Superficial Thrombophlebitis: Clarifying Undifferentiated Leg Pain and Erythema
Jude A Polit-Moran1, Raul Salazar1
1Department of Emergency Medicine, Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Florida State University College of Medicine, Sarasota, FL, USA.
Abstract:
Superficial thrombophlebitis (STP) is a vascular condition that can mimic deep-vein thrombosis (DVT) and cellulitis, necessitating careful evaluation to guide management. This case report describes the case of a 78-year-old female with a history of recurrent DVT who presented with lower extremity pain and erythema after discontinuing anticoagulation. Point-of-care ultrasound revealed a superficial venous thrombus with noncompressibility, confirming STP, while additional imaging identified chronic thrombi in the deep venous system.
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