What Are the Treatments for DVT in Upper Extremity?
A deep-vein thrombosis, or DVT, is an abnormal blood clot that blocks blood flow in a large vein. DVTs in the arm cause pain, swelling, discoloration and occasionally weakness. Clot fragments can break off and travel to the lungs, causing pulmonary emboli in up to 1/3 of cases. Persistent arm swelling and discomfort as well as recurrent clots are possible long-term complications. Treatment is aimed at restoring blood flow through the blocked vein and preventing pulmonary emboli and recurrent clots.
