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Overview
Only 25% of the patient evaluated for DVT have the disease. DVT is characterized by pain and swelling of the limb, which are not specific. Numerous patients with DVT are asymptomatic.[1]
- Muscle tear, strain of leg
- Leg swelling in a paralyzed limb
- Lymphangitis or lymph obstruction
- Venous insufficiency
- Popliteal/Baker's cyst
- Cellulitis
- Knee abnormality
References
- ↑ Huisman MV, Büller HR, ten Cate JW, Vreeken J (1986). "Serial impedance plethysmography for suspected deep venous thrombosis in outpatients. The Amsterdam General Practitioner Study". N Engl J Med. 314 (13): 823–8. doi:10.1056/NEJM198603273141305. PMID 3951515.