Embolism (PE) occurs when a piece of that clot breaks off and travels to the lungs, blocking an artery there; essentially, a DVT can lead to a PE if the clot dislodges and travels to the lungs, making them both part of a condition called venous thromboembolism (VTE).
Key points about DVT and PE:
- Where clots form:DVT usually occurs in the deep veins of the legs, like the thigh or calf, while a PE happens when a piece of that clot travels to the lungs and gets stuck in a pulmonary artery.
- Symptoms of DVT:Swelling, pain, redness, and warmth in the affected leg, sometimes with visible veins.
- Symptoms of PE:Sudden shortness of breath, chest pain, coughing up blood, dizziness, rapid heart rate.
- Risk factors for both:Prolonged inactivity, surgery, obesity, pregnancy, family history of blood clots, certain medications, cancer.
- Diagnosis:Both conditions are often diagnosed with imaging tests like ultrasound (for DVT) and CT scan (for PE).
- Treatment:Both DVT and PE are usually treated with blood thinners (anticoagulants) to prevent further clot formation and break down existing clots.
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