Venous thrombosis

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The list of recognized risk factors for deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism is formidable. Classic findings of edema, warmth, erythema, and tenderness are often absent. A clinical impression of deep venous thrombosis is correct only 50% of the time and must be confirmed with imaging studies. Management includes thrombolysis, surgical thrombectomy and, in some cases, lifelong use of anticoagulants.

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James M. Stephen

James M. Stephen, MD Dr Stephen (pictured) is assistant professor and director of education, department of emergency medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine New England Medical Center, Boston.

Craig F. Feied

Craig F. Feied, MD Dr Feied is director of medical informatics and associate director, Center for Wound Healing, department of emergency medicine, The George Washington University Medical Center, Washington, DC. He is also senior fellow, Ronald Reagan Institute of Emergency Medicine.